Primes Financial Analyst

Job Overview: As a Primes Financial Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the forecasting, financial analysis, reporting and digital reporting solutions for a portfolio exceeding $2 billion in costs related to raw and packaging materials. Your responsibilities will span across various critical areas, including forecasting variances, risks, and opportunities, internal controls, and contributing to digitalization efforts within the finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

Forecasting and Financial Analysis (50%):

• Collaborate with the commercial sourcing team to collect inputs for forecasting over $2 billion in costs related to raw and packaging materials.
• Own compilation of forecast inputs and build out of periodic reporting data ensuring harmonized and quality uploads to digital reporting tools
• Conduct thorough financial analysis of forecast variances, risks, and opportunities.
• Compilation of periodic reporting decks with relevant insights that highlight key drivers of results and forecast variances.
• Own forecast scorecard (sourcing team) while providing key insights of variance drivers, ensuring accountability and supporting Commercial team to help build forecasting capabilities
• Support reporting efforts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Primes Financial Reporting Digitalization (20%):

• Key Power BI (PBI) user, responsible for supporting existing primes reporting and driving enhancements or improvement implementations
• Help further digitize the primes finance function, creating efficiencies, and generating meaningful insights.

Cost Optimization & Financial Analysis (20%):

• Own the primes value leadership (VL) validation process to ensure projected cost optimizations are validate and accurately stated
• Provide financial analysis and support for ad-hoc needs/requests

Internal Controls and Procurement Pricing Process (10%):

• Play a key role in monitoring procurement pricing process, identifying weaknesses leading to pricing errors and support improvement and mitigation solutions

Note: The percentage distribution of responsibilities is approximate and may vary based on business needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
• Professional certification such CPA is a plus
• Proven experience in financial analysis and forecasting, preferably in a manufacturing or procurement environment.
• Strong proficiency in Alteryx, Power BI and other relevant digital tools.
• Knowledge of procurement pricing processes and internal controls.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Why Mars?

At Mars, we believe in creating a workplace where our associates thrive, grow, and feel valued. As the Primes Finance Analyst, you'll be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team that's dedicated to driving innovation, sustainability, and positive change. Here are some of the benefits of working with us:

Career Growth: Mars provides opportunities for continuous learning and professional development. We support your career aspirations with stretch projects, training programs and mentorship, enabling you to reach your full potential.

Innovation: We encourage innovative thinking and provide a platform for you to make a meaningful impact in your role. You'll have the chance to work on impactful projects and contribute to our mission of creating a better world for pets.

Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages that recognize your contributions and align with industry standards.

Health and Wellness: Your health and well-being matter to us. Mars provides comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs to support a healthy lifestyle.

Diversity and Inclusion: We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all associates are valued and empowered. We celebrate diversity and believe that it drives innovation and growth.

Global Reach: Mars is a global company with a presence in over 80 countries. Joining our team means becoming part of a diverse and inclusive global network, fostering international collaboration and personal growth.

At Mars, we believe that our associates are our greatest asset, and we're committed to creating an inclusive, dynamic, and rewarding workplace. Join us in our journey to make a difference, drive innovation, and create a better world for pets! Join us in this exciting opportunity to contribute to the digital transformation of the finance function and play a key role in shaping the financial success of our organization.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.