Financial Controller at Mars

Purpose

The purpose of the role is to deliver the Financial Operations mission statement: ”As engaged associates we are ambassadors of Governance & Control and the trusted supplier of reliable financial information” in an efficient way.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Development of the Fin Ops team members and organizational design of team. Deliver Fin Ops KPI’s including cash for the site.
• Deliver reliable financial statements, statutory accounts and tax returns. Ensure effective and efficient audit by external auditor
• Responsible for periodical and YE closing process
• Improve end-to-end processes and drive efficiency within the team as well as cross-functional
• Lead and participate in several projects
• Drive Governance & Compliance agenda on site by identifying and initiating improvements to mitigate risks and getting buy-in from business partners to further improve policies, processes and systems
• NCFO forecasting and monitoring
• Makes sure that the Fin. Opps team delivers all the KPI’s on AR,AP,DSO,DPO
• SPOC and responsible for audits performed by internal audit, PWC or tax authorities
• Job holder works closely with: Co-Pilots, CFO and Management teams on site
• Stakeholders within all areas of the business
• External stakeholders: PwC audit and Tax, SARS

What are we looking for?

• CA or CIMA qualified
• Min. 5 years of experience in accounting / finance
• Expert in Accounting, Financial Processes, Financial Control. knowledge on taxes

Key Knowledge And Skills

MLCs

• Developing direct reports
• Building effective teams
• Standing alone
• Priority Setting
• Dealing with ambiguity
• Managing and measuring work
• Delivers Consistent Results
• Integrity and Trust

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 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.