NA Controller - Finance Leadership & Audit Excellence

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

Job summary

Mars Snacking North America Controller influences accountability, performance and controls/governance through the North America Controllership team and S&F partners. This role works with MGS-F/ICTC leads to drive quality performance and ensure proper application of accounting guidelines in a fast-paced business environment.

The role leads Accounting & Reporting teams, drives audits with PwC and Internal Audit, and provides insights to improve processes and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting or financial audit experience.
• Experience in Consumer Product Goods industry.
• CPA or other professional certification preferred.
• SAP or ERP system experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse team of Accounting & Reporting associates.
• Perform periodic business performance reviews to ascertain the quality of the financial statements.
• Implement new accounting standards or new Finance Manual guidelines cross-functionally and/or ensure appropriate accounting treatment within the region.
• Ensure appropriate tone and the top for governance and appropriate controls execution in the region.
• Certification and reporting of financials and controls execution for Senior Management at Mars, Inc. and Mars Snacking Global;
• Collaborate with PwC and Internal Audit for efficient and effective audit results;
• Provide valuable insights to improve processes and operate more efficiently/effectively;
• Performance management between MGS-F/ICTC and the region including driving accountability and continuous improvement for both stakeholders
• Member of the region’s Finance Leadership Team

Skills

Accounting/audit leadership

Team leadership & development

Technical accounting & controls

CPG industry experience

Education

BA/BS in Finance, Accounting, or related

Graduate level degree

CPA or other professional certification

Tools

SAP Experience or Equivalent ERP system

Job description

Mars Snacking North America Controller influences accountability, performance and controls/governance through the North America Controllership team and S&F partners. This role works with MGS-F/ICTC leads to drive quality performance and ensure proper application of accounting guidelines in a fast-paced business environment.

The role leads Accounting & Reporting teams, drives audits with PwC and Internal Audit, and provides insights to improve processes and efficiency.