Financial Controlling Manager

Philip Morris International U.S.; Stamford (CT); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401k with company match

Wellness benefits

Commuter benefits

PTO

Job summary

Philip Morris International U.S. in Stamford, CT is seeking a Financial Controlling Manager to partner with Commercial and Finance, manage budgets, and influence decision-making in a fast-changing environment.

The role requires 3+ years in FP&A/Finance Controlling, strong Excel, and the ability to travel 3x weekly to Stamford. A university finance-related degree is expected, with work authorization in the U.S.

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or Economics.
• 3+ years of FP&A/Finance Controlling experience.
• Strong MS Excel skills and data analysis.
• Commutable 3x a week to Stamford, CT.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end cost and budget control for commercial OPEX.
• Forecast budgets with stakeholders across levels to monitor performance.
• Provide standard, ad hoc and scenario-based cost analyses with multi-dimensional views.
• Support monthly/quarterly closing activities with accounting teams.
• Ensure proper accounting treatment and regular financial analysis of entities.

Skills

FP&A

Finance Controlling

Budgeting & Reporting

MS Excel

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or Economics

Tools

SAP

Dynfo

Job description

Financial Controlling Manager – Stamford, CT (3x hybrid)

Be a part of a revolutionary change!

At Philip Morris International (PMI), we've chosen to do something incredible. We're totally transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose - to deliver a smoke-free future.

With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, if you join us, you'll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions. Our success depends on people who are committed to our purpose and have an appetite for progress.

Our U.S. headquarters in Stamford, Connecticut, is at the center of it all-just steps from the Metro-North station with direct access to New York City, and connected to a national network of teams driving impact across the country.

As Financial Controlling Manager, you will play a critical role in turning financial data into business impact partnering with stakeholders in Commercial and Finance to manage budgets and support strategic decision-making. This is a unique opportunity to influence, develop and thrive in a fast-changing, growing business environment.

While we call it "day to day," this role is anything but routine: we are looking for someone who is ready to shape the future, embrace change, and help define how Finance best supports our growing business.

Your day To Day

• Accountable for the end-to-end cost and budget control process for commercial OPEX, including budget planning, actuals monitoring and intervening with business stakeholders to deliver business performance in the assigned area
• Work closely with a wide group of stakeholders across various levels of hierarchy to support them in forecasting the budget and monitoring the actual performance
• Provide standard, ad hoc and scenario-based analysis on costs, including multidimensional view (Consumer Journey, zero based spend, Project based organization). Prepare commentaries and share insights into any risks or opportunities
• Support in monthly/quarterly financial closing activities in close co-ordination with business and accounting teams
• Ensure proper accounting treatment, carrying out regular or ad hoc financial analysis of Legal Entities and Management reporting results, and respond to any query
• Prepare assigned financial and corporate reports within predefined timelines and support monthly P&L analysis. Drive efficient reporting processes and ensure adequate controls are established
• Develop new models and tools to drive scalable analysis and insight
• Support market projects by providing guidelines to guarantee proper record of initiatives
• Identify areas for enhancements, eliminate inefficiencies and promote continuous improvement

Who We're Looking For

• University degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or Economics
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in the FP&A, Finance Controlling and/or Budgeting & Reporting, preferably in FMCG/CPG industry
• Confident MS Office user: Fluency in MS Excel is necessary with the ability to manage, analyze, and reconcile large data sets from multiple sources
• Commutable 3x a week to Stamford, CT
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

What's nice To Have

• Financial certification (CFA, CPA, CIMA, ACCA, etc.) is an asset
• Experience with SAP, Dynfo or other ERP software
• Curiosity and continuous learning
• Highly developed problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Acute analytical skills with attention to details
• Strong ability to turn data into actionable insights
• Excellent quantitative, written, and presentation skills; innovative, organized, thorough. Eagerness to further develop these skills

Annual Base Salary Range: $104,000 - $130,000

What we offer

• We offer a competitive base salary, annual bonus (applicable based on level of position), great medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with a generous company match, incredible wellness benefits, commuter benefits, pet insurance, generous PTO, and much more!
• We have implemented Smart Work, a hybrid model of work that promotes flexibility in the workplace
• Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We'll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture where everyone's contribution is respected; Collaborate with some of the world's best people and feel like you belong

Philip Morris International Inc.'s U.S. businesses are invested in America's future and advancing a smoke-free nation. The businesses are committed to providing the approximately 25 million legal-age consumers who smoke cigarettes with better, smoke-free alternatives and to ensuring the products are marketed responsibly. From PMI's global headquarters in Stamford, CT, and other locations nationwide, PMI U.S. contributes leadership, jobs, investment, and innovation in the U.S. The U.S. businesses employ more than 3,000 people across America and operate product manufacturing facilities. For more information, please visit www.uspmi.com. Philip Morris International (PMI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.