Job Description:

The Finance Manager, Digital Technologies will act as the lead financial advisor to the Global Digital Operations (GDO) and Business Delivery Services (BDS) directing financial governance responsibilities for approximately ¼ of Digital Technologies annual operating expense.

Global Digital Operations services power the Mars enterprise and include Application Services, Technology Infrastructure, Site Services, IT Operations, and Cybersecurity & Compliance. Business Delivery Services is focused on Application Services with operations integrated with other areas of Digital Technologies (technology infrastructure, IT operations, etc.). 

This role will support 250+ Mars Associates as well as 3rd party resources delivering services with global scope. This trusted business partner will provide strategic leadership and guidance to define the operational model; deploy the roadmap to deliver financial commitments and develop the annual operating plan. Additionally, this role will consolidate, analyze, and present financial results to leadership teams while providing insightful analyses and identifying/anticipating risks to improve financial performance.

What are we looking for?

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or an associated field.

8+ years of experience working in a financial planning environment within global enterprise organization; experience operating in a global shared services organization is preferred but not required.

Proven professional track record as acting as co-pilot / business partner to functional areas required; experience in an IT Finance group including pricing of services to Business Segments is preferred but not required.

Experience implementing or managing rollout of new Digital tools, experience in Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis, experience with digital forecasting tools. 

What will be your key responsibilities?

Financial Analysis:

Prepare and present financial reporting and insights to the Leadership Team and other highly visible leadership teams.

Translate financial performance into meaningful, holistic business-oriented topics with special attention to analyses of financial trends, risks, and opportunities.  Assist with building framework for tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) relevant to BDS services.

Collaborate with Segment Finance to ensure a streamlined operational experience; drive clarity on impacts of investment decisions to Segment or Corporate stakeholders.

Financial Planning:

Act as a strategic partner by providing internal consulting and oversight for long-term functional strategies/projects.

Prepare business and operating plans inclusive of financial models, frameworks, plan investments, and portfolio management for the broader Mars Global Services and Digital Technologies teams. Manage and identify improvements to overall financial processes, calendar, and timeline to assure delivery of plans.

Ensure VPs and the Leadership Team understand: (1) financial recommendations with respect to cost drivers and financial risk remediation; (2) budget targets and associated activities; (3) portfolio plan investments and priorities.

What can you expect from Mars?

Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.

Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.