Commercial Finance Manager

Mast-Jägermeister US, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive compensation packages

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Matching 401(k) plan

Yearly wellness stipend

Generous holiday and vacation policy

Job summary

A leading Alcohol Beverage company is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to serve as the strategic finance partner to the Commercial team. This critical role involves leading financial planning, enhancing reporting tools, and optimizing pricing strategies. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and a proven ability to build influential partnerships. The position offers competitive compensation packages, comprehensive health benefits, and a generous vacation policy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of Commercial Finance and/or FP&A experience.
• Experience in the Alcohol Beverage or Consumer Products industry preferred.
• Strong data analytics capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and elevate the annual planning cycle and reforecasts.
• Deliver monthly P&L reporting with strategic insight.
• Partner with Commercial leadership on pricing strategies.

Skills

Strategic financial insight

Data analytics

Pricing governance

Financial modeling

Microsoft Office Suite

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Forecasting tools

Financial modeling tools

Job description

The Commercial Finance Manager is a critical leadership role within the MJUS Finance organization and acts as the strategic finance partner to the Commercial team, including direct support for the VP/GM and senior commercial leaders. This role provides advanced financial leadership by delivering deep analytical insight, driving pricing excellence, and strengthening the company's financial planning infrastructure.

The Manager leads the design and enhancement of forecasting processes, implements improved financial systems and tools, and owns key elements of end‑to‑end commercial financial performance. This position requires strong business acumen, cross‑functional influence, and the ability to shape commercial strategy through data‑driven insights.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning, Forecasting & Performance Management:

• Lead and elevate the annual planning cycle, periodic reforecasts, and multi‑year strategic planning through improved systems, standardized processes, and advanced analytics
• Deliver monthly P&L reporting with deeper, more strategic insight - clearly articulating drivers of variances and guiding senior leadership decision‑making
• Build and continuously improve forecasting tools, models, and dashboards to increase speed, accuracy, and visibility of financial performance

Pricing Leadership & Revenue Optimization:

• Own the pricing governance, ensuring disciplined decision‑making and alignment between Finance and Commercial
• Develop pricing tools, models, and processes that optimize margin and improve promotional efficiency
• Partner with Commercial leadership to evaluate pricing strategies, elasticity, competitive dynamics, and margin‑impacting initiatives

End‑to‑End Commercial Finance Ownership:

• Manage all financial aspects of revenue, margin, trade spend, and marketing investment, ensuring alignment with company targets
• Lead financial analysis identifying growth opportunities, risk mitigation strategies, and commercial initiatives that drive long‑term value
• Partner closely with Accounting to ensure accurate month‑end close, accruals, and financial controls

Technology, Tools & Process Enhancement:

• Lead the design, implementation, and adoption of enhanced finance tools (forecasting platforms, pricing systems, automated reporting solutions)
• Drive automation and modernization of reporting, replacing manual processes with scalable, tech‑enabled solutions

Business Partnering & Leadership:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the VP/GM and Commercial leadership team, shaping strategy through strong financial insight and commercial understanding
• Influence and partner with external (distributors partners) and internal (Commercial, Marketing, Finance) stakeholders - to drive alignment and execution
• Mentor junior team members and help build stronger financial capabilities across the organization

Requirements:

• Minimum 8 years of Commercial Finance and/or FP&A experience, including ownership of pricing, forecasting, or commercial analytics
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Alcohol Beverage or Consumer Products industry experience strongly preferred
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, forecasting tools, and financial modeling; experience implementing new systems or technology platforms a plus
• Strong data analytics capability with proven track record in enhancing financial processes
• Strategic, results‑driven finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and builds strong, influential partnerships across the organization

Benefits:

• Highly competitive compensation packages-130k+15%
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Yearly wellness stipend (gym membership or fitness classes)
• Generous holiday and vacation policy