Accelerator Controller: Finance & Compliance Leader

Mars; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Mars University

Learning & development

Competitive benefits

Job summary

MARS in Chicago, IL seeks an Accelerator Controller to lead Accounting and Reporting for the Mars Snacking segment, ensuring integrity of financial statements, driving period-close processes, and owning auditor relationships for the Business unit.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, CPA preferred, 10+ years in accounting or audit, SAP experience, and a track record of leading teams, implementing standards, and ensuring internal controls in a consumer-packaged goods environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required, Master's preferred
• CPA or other relevant certification preferred
• 10+ years of accounting or financial audit experience required
• SAP or equivalent ERP system experience preferred
• Experience in the consumer-packaged goods industry required
• Experience leading teams, including talent development and succession planning required
• Expertise in technical accounting, financial processes, and internal controls required
• Ability to operate effectively in a complex, fast-paced business environment required

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse team of Accounting and Reporting associates, with accountability for talent development, performance, and succession planning
• Oversee periodic financial reviews to ensure the quality, completeness, and accuracy of financial statements
• Implement new accounting standards and Finance Manual guidelines cross-functionally, ensuring appropriate accounting treatment across the Region
• Set the tone for strong governance and controls execution, ensuring effective compliance with internal policies and control requirements
• Certify and report financial results and control execution for senior management at Mars, Inc. and Mars Snacking Global
• Partner with PwC and Internal Audit to support efficient, effective, and clean external and internal audit outcomes
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and drive greater efficiency, effectiveness, and quality
• Manage performance between MGS-F/ICTC and the Region, driving accountability and continuous improvement across stakeholders
• Serve as a member of the Region’s Finance Leadership Team and contribute to broader finance strategy and decision-making

Skills

10+ years experience

Team leadership

Technical accounting

ERP systems

CP A / certifications preferred

Consumer-packaged goods industry

Strong internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

MARS in Chicago, IL seeks an Accelerator Controller to lead Accounting and Reporting for the Mars Snacking segment, ensuring integrity of financial statements, driving period-close processes, and owning auditor relationships for the Business unit.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, CPA preferred, 10+ years in accounting or audit, SAP experience, and a track record of leading teams, implementing standards, and ensuring internal controls in a consumer-packaged goods environment.