Commercial Finance Manager

Overview

Join Riverside Natural Foods Ltd., a Canadian-based, family-owned, and globally operating business, committed to leaving the world better than we found it. As a B‑Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line company, we proudly manufacture nutritious, 'better-for-you' snacks such as MadeGood and GOOD TO GO. We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit, and fun.

We’re on an ambitious mission to double our business by 2027, and we need talented individuals like you to help us reach new heights. At Riverside, you’ll have the opportunity to chart your own path to success while contributing to ours. We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right, and our values will guide us through the rugged terrain – and yes, it will get rough.

But that’s what makes the journey worthwhile.

Position

As the Customer Finance Manager – US, you will play a critical leadership role to the US Commercial team, achieving strategic and financial goals. You will serve as a strategic business partner to the Commercial team, delivering forward‑thinking financial guidance to drive profitable net sales growth. Your role includes supporting customer growth initiatives, managing sales and trade spend planning, tracking market trends, and providing actionable insights to shape future strategies.

Primary Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic financial partner to cross‑functional Sales leaders, providing analysis and guidance to drive profitable growth and optimize trade investments.
• Support Sales initiatives with customers, including Go‑To‑Market plans, Joint Business Plans, new product launches, category presentations, and sales programs.
• Lead monthly Trade Reviews with KAMs and Sales leadership, analyzing trade spend performance, identifying key drivers, and developing action plans to capture opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Evaluate and enhance trade spend strategies through ROI analysis, financial scenario modeling, and oversight of incremental funding requests.
• Lead financial planning processes on Trade for the US Commercial Team, including quarterly forecasting and annual planning, aligning short‑term tactics with long‑term growth strategies.
• Create and deliver executive‑level presentations with strategic insights, performance analysis, and recommendations, highlighting key risks and opportunities.
• Develop and implement trade policies and processes aligned with business goals, while driving process improvements and leading the adoption of new systems and tools across teams.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or Accounting, and 6+ years of experience in financial performance management and analysis—ideally within consumer‑packaged goods, including gross sales and trade spend.
• Proven ability to uncover and communicate retail trends and insights to influence cross‑functional decision‑making.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and Excel skills, with keen attention to detail and a solutions‑oriented, proactive mindset.
• Trusted thought partner with strong collaboration, communication, and leadership skills, able to work independently and present confidently to senior leadership.
• Effective at managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced, dynamic, and ambiguous environment.

Salary Range

$135,000 - $150,000 USD.

What we expect

• Values‑led: You’ll be a member of a thoughtful and compassionate team that prioritizes respect, teamwork, and resourcefulness along with a good dash of fun.
• Unparalleled experiences and opportunities: We’re still determining who we are and what we can be. Help us shape what this organization will look like and what we’ll offer the world, into the future.
• Access to everyone: We’re a flat organization with few silos which means you’ll have full access to everyone from our founders to our production staff.
• Personal development: We’ll support and empower you to chart your own path and reach any heights you set for yourself.
• Gratitude: As a growing business, we value you and show our appreciation through actions.
• Be a Riverside Brand Ambassador: Stay relentlessly close to our consumers and represent the brand in every interaction, decision, and deliverable.

What we offer

• Values‑led: We don’t cut corners or step on anyone or anything on our way to our summit. Every step you take must align with our values.
• Courageous determination: We are often challenged to find ways to deliver that aren’t obvious or easy.
• Humility: We’re a small but growing business respecting others while staying true to our values.
• Continuous improvement: We rely on each other to continuously improve everything we touch.

Benefits

• Immersive comprehensive benefits program, with Riverside taking care of the costs.
• RRSP/401k matching for a funded financial journey.
• Profit sharing plan eligibility.
• Participation in Employee‑Led Resource Groups (ERGs) championing mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rights.
• Career development through Riverside University and Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Open concept work environment that embodies our values.

Equity & Inclusion

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation in the interview process, please let us know when you apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to volume, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.