What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Specialist position at Abacus Service Corporation?
Position Summary:
Job Title: Trade Marketing
Duration: 02 Months Contract (Temp to Perm)
Location: New York, NY 11107 - (Hybrid 2x a week in office)
General Function:
This temporary role supports transversal trade marketing initiatives with a specialized focus on finance and logistics.
The Associate Manager will manage a complex, dual-market CAPEX and OPEX budget (United States and Canada) and coordinate vendor operations and a transition to a new vendor.
The role is also instrumental in supporting a digital transformation initiative, helping move from Excel-based tracking to a centralized program management platform in collaboration with IT.
This role ensures business continuity during a transition in full-time staffing.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee daily management of the trade marketing budget, including CAPEX and OPEX tracking across U.S. and Canada
Partner with internal Finance, Procurement, IT, and Marketing teams to support program execution
Coordinate with multiple vendors during an RFP process; help streamline operational workflows
Assist in the development and documentation of requirements for a digital project management tool
Monitor key logistics and vendor deliverables to ensure alignment with marketing timelines and budgets
Specific Skills Needed:
Top 3–5 Mandatory and/or Minimum Requirements:
Complex budget management (CAPEX/OPEX)
Vendor management experience
Cross-functional project coordination (Finance, IT, Marketing)
High proficiency in Excel and budget tracking
Experience in digital tool/platform implementation
Top 3-5 Desirable Attributes/Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or related field
3 years of experience in finance, trade marketing, or operational roles
Demonstrated experience managing CAPEX/OPEX budgets
Strong Excel skills and comfort with complex spreadsheets
Proven ability to work across departments and manage priorities
Required Levels/Years of Experience & Education:
Bachelor's degree required
3–5 years of relevant experience in finance, logistics, or marketing operations
Salary : $25 - $28