Senior Director, Digital Finance Transformation

Job Description:

At Mars we are advancing a Digital Core transformation to modernize global back-office operations through a centralized Finance Center of Excellence (COE). This effort is redefining how we operatestandardizing processes evolving operating models and delivering a next-generation finance ecosystem powered by SAP S/4HANA and leading-edge technologies. Initiated within Royal Canin this capability is scaling across Mars Snacking and Pet Nutrition to enable a unified efficient and data-driven finance organization for the future.

We are seeking a Senior Director to play a key leadership role within this Finance COE shaping both the strategy and ongoing evolution of our finance capabilities. You will lead the design build and advancement of SAP-enabled finance solutions partnering with senior leaders to drive standardization innovation and performance. Acting as both a strategic advisor and operator you will guide complex global initiatives while ensuring the sustained success and continuous improvement of finance capabilities across the enterprise.

What are we looking for

• Extensive experience leading global finance transformation programs with a strong focus on SAP and ERP implementations
• Deep expertise in SAP Finance (FI/CO) and end-to-end finance processes particularly Record-to-Report (R2R)
• Proven ability to deliver large-scale transformation initiatives from design through global deployment
• Senior leadership experience with a track record of influencing executives and managing complex global stakeholder environments
• Strong understanding of finance systems and tools across areas such as tax treasury and reconciliation
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and external partners to deliver business-critical outcomes
• Bachelors degree required; advanced degree preferred

What will be your key responsibilities

• Lead the Finance Digital Core COE setting strategic direction and driving execution across global transformation programs
• Oversee the design build and global deployment of SAP S/4HANA and integrated finance solutions ensuring alignment with business and finance strategy
• Govern Record-to-Report (R2R) processes ensuring standardization strong controls and financial integrity across systems
• Partner with senior finance and business leaders to shape strategy enable decision-making and drive performance improvements
• Drive end-to-end process integration and continuous improvement across finance and related functions
• Lead cross-functional teams system integrators and external partners to deliver scalable high-impact solutions on time and within scope
• Anticipate business regulatory and operational challenges ensuring effective governance and successful global deployment

What can you expect from Mars

• Work with diverse and talented Associates all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company where were 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.

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The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below however base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge skills and total compensation package for this position will include variable pay medical and dental benefits participation in 401k plan and paid time off of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.