Finance Analyst- Global Food & Nutrition

Mars, Incorporated; London; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars, Incorporated seeks a Finance Analyst to enhance its Global Food & Nutrition team in London. This role includes managing Overheads reporting, collaborating with teams globally, and contributing insights for strategic decisions. Ideal candidates will have finance qualifications and experience in a collaborative environment, along with proficiency in tools like Excel and SAP.

Benefits

Best-in-class learning and development support

Industry competitive salary and benefits package

Access to Mars UK's Rewards hub

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance or accounting role, ideally in a global or CPG business
• Familiarity with digital reporting tools
• Experience in forecasting, annual planning, and budgeting

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate reporting on Overheads and monthly close activities
• Prepare and maintain financial dashboards
• Support forecasting and budgeting for headcount and expenses

Skills

Excel

Data Visualization

Interpersonal Skills

Financial Reporting

Cost Centre Management

Education

Professional finance qualification (ACCA, CIMA)

Part-qualified with work experience

Tools

SAP

ATLAS

Power BI

Job description

Finance Analyst- Global Food & Nutrition

Job Description:

Finance Analyst- Global Food & Nutrition

Location: Paddington

Salary: £36,000- £44,000 + Bonus + Benefits

We're looking for a Finance Analyst to join our Global Food & Nutrition team and play a key role in managing and optimizing our overhead spend. This is a great opportunity to support senior leaders, provide high-quality insights, and influence investment decisions that support our growth. If you thrive in a collaborative, global environment and want to make an impact, we want to hear from you.

What are we looking for?

• Professional finance qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA) or part-qualified with relevant experience.
• Experience in finance or accounting, preferably within a global or CPG company.
• Familiarity with SAP or ATLAS systems.
• Proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools like Power BI.
• Experience with digital reporting tools or cost center management.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across functions.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Provide accurate and timely overhead reporting, including monthly close, intercompany billing, and quarterly reviews.
• Create and maintain financial dashboards and tools, supporting ongoing improvements with Power BI and Excel.
• Assist with forecasting, annual planning, and budgeting for headcount and expenses.
• Monitor overhead productivity and collaborate with regional finance and supply teams.
• Partner with global teams to ensure accounting accuracy and share best practices.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse, talented colleagues guided by the Five Principles.
• Be part of a purpose-driven company working towards a better future.
• Receive industry-leading learning and development support from day one, including access to Mars University.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, including bonuses.
• Access Rover, Mars UK's rewards, offers, vouchers, and recognition platform, with cashback, discounts, and a recognition wall.

Mars is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities, long-term health conditions, or neurodiversity. To request accommodations, complete our Reasonable Adjustment Request Form.