25 Aug
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Vestacy
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Toronto
We are Vestacy
At Vestacy, our mission is simple: transform houses into homes. Through an expanding portfolio of trusted Home Care brands including Air Wick®, Resolve®, Easy-Off®, Woolite®, and more, we create products that help consumers care for the spaces that matter most.
We’re on an exciting growth journey, focused on attracting new consumers and winning in new occasions through consumer‑led innovation, strong execution, and a thoughtful, responsible use of resources.
We call our employees “Founders” because everyone plays a role in shaping what we build and how we win. We’re a lean, agile, and entrepreneurial organization where people have real ownership, make decisions quickly, and see the impact of their work. It’s an environment where motivated people can do some of the most meaningful work of their careers.
Summary
This is a key finance business partner role within the finance organization. This position will work closely with executive leadership on strategic initiatives and will work cross-functionally with different operational leaders in a fast-paced environment on strategic and financial issues to help drive positive change in the organization.
The role supports and increasingly influences key areas including marketing investment performance, Commercial Fixed Cost (CFC) management, customer inventory dynamics (sell-in vs. sell-out), net working capital, and balance sheet integrity.
Working cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, and Supply, this individual will ensure strong financial control while contributing to insight generation, performance management, and decision support.
About the role
This individual will not be afraid of getting his/her hands into the details to navigate seamlessly through a variety of tasks and effectively manage changing priorities in a fast-paced organization, while also strategically working on defining the key priorities in the 3-year Plans.
As such we are seeking a commercially minded, pragmatic and enthusiastic Finance Leader who can seamlessly work with our Commercial & Finance colleagues spread across functions & also the factories to drive and deliver value to the organisation.
Your responsibilities
Marketing Finance & ROI Support
- Track and analyze marketing spend vs. budget and forecast, ensuring accuracy and transparency
- Support evaluation of campaign ROI and promotional effectiveness
Commercial Fixed Costs (CFC) Control & Discipline
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and tracking of Commercial Fixed Costs
- Deliver variance analysis with transparent drivers and actions
Customer Inventory & Sell-Out Analytics
- Monitor customer inventory levels (stock in trade) and pipeline health
- Leverage POS data to track real consumer demand vs. shipments
Planning, Forecasting & Business Support
- Support monthly forecasting and annual planning processes
- Integrate sell-out insights, inventory, and balance sheet impacts into forecasts
The experience we're looking for
- Degree in Economics/Finance - MBA and /or CPA is considered a plus
- 2-4 years of post-qualification work experience, preferably in Commercial Finance/FP&A; in CPG industry
- Strong Functional Expertise: Excellent understanding of P&L;, Balance sheet and Cash flow & ability to triangulate understanding across
- Experience with SAP ERP is considered a plus
The skills for success
- Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to create an environment and organizational structure which facilitates the achievement of the team's short-term goals and long-term objectives.
- Excellent communication skills
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Tenacity and resilience
What we offer
We believe great work deserves great rewards. That’s why we offer numerous local benefits and global benefits designed to help you grow and thrive, such as career mobility opportunities, a referral program, access to our online learning academy, mental wellbeing support, and short-term bonus incentives.
Equality
We believe the best teams are built like great homes: on strong foundations and room to grow. That’s why we hire for potential as well as experience. If you resonate with our purpose, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t tick every box. We’re committed to equal opportunity for all, regardless of age, ability, background, identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Together, we create a space where everyone can thrive. e where everyone can thrive.
📌 Junior Finance Controller (Toronto)
🏢 Vestacy
📍 Toronto