Job Description
Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?
Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Uniquely Yours.
Under close supervision, you will classify, examine, and analyze accounting records, prepare financial reports and statements and perform special projects as assigned. You will also support other accounting and external reporting activities.
How you will contribute
You will:
- Support accounting and external reporting activities including accurate and timely U.S. GAAP reporting and timeliness and integrity of statutory financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, KPIs, fixed assets, restructuring and intercompany charges. As required, you will also support activities performed by Mondelēz International Business Services/third-party service providers during month/quarter/year-end close, statistical reporting and statutory audit
- Contribute to a strong controls and compliance environment and comply with Mondelēz International's AER policies. You will also support audit activities and provide information at an auditor's request
- Perform special projects and analyses as requested
- Embrace a mindset of continuous improvement. You will also identify opportunities to improve ways of working in your area of responsibility
- Contribute to a high-performing Accounting and External Reporting (AER) team and invest in your personal development
What you will bring
A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in:
- TECHNICAL EXPERTISE in accounting and external reporting including understanding U.S. GAAP, IFRS or local GAAP, close processes and financial reporting systems (SAP experience preferred). Knowledge in policy, controls and compliance design including SOX reporting
- BUSINESS ACUMEN and experience working in FMCG/CPG Industry or Big Four accounting preferred
- LEADERSHIP SKILLS including strong communication skills. Team player with a drive to deliver results
- GROWTH/DIGITAL MINDSET and the ability to leverage technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and financial system knowledge
- INTEGRITY and sound judgement in all decisions and interactions aligned with our values, policies and external regulations
Broad function and scope of the role:
The GBS Supplier Cash Analyst will play a key role in managing Supplier Finance controls and reporting processes, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant reporting to meet internal controls and regulatory/compliance requirements. The role emphasizes on reconciliation and variance management between Mondelez and service providers, with a strategic approach to the timely closing of gaps & reporting in accordance with the accounting reporting schedule. Where applicable and in accordance with established variance tolerance levels, the resource will also perform additional detailed reconciliation, research, adjustments, and drive actions required internally or externally with business partners.
Additionally, this position will implement and drive control points for the GBS Cash programs including but not limited to the supplier financing programs. Such controls may be driven from audits or through proactively driven continuous improvement campaigns. The incumbent will work closely with SCF providers, internal stakeholders, and banking partners to maintain accurate reporting & effective controls.
The person in this role will explore internal and external sources to identify opportunities for the continuous development of the programs to meet the ever-evolving customer demands and market/industry best practices. The incumbent will effectively communicate with team members, leadership, and stakeholders, assuring proper understanding of all activities and ensuring expectations and results are met. This person will be responsible for consistent and frequent status update of their metrics, action plans, and projects to stakeholder, and leadership, as necessary.
The individual will have strong interpersonal, communication, analytical and project management skills which are critical to this role in support of Mondelēz's goals. Projects will include but not be limited to analysis, reporting, ongoing automation, process improvements, digital solutioning and proactive problem-solving.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Supplier Financing Reconciliation & Reporting: Execute timely and accurate monthly reconciliations, particularly ensuring document-level consistency and addressing variances over established thresholds required and in line with the accounting schedule.
- Research & Closure of Variances: Investigate, address, and close variances in the supplier financing reports, promptly coordinating with SCF providers and internal stakeholders to resolve variances.
- Early Pay / Direct Debit Controls: Implement controls to identify and mitigate early payments and Direct Debit (DD)
- Vendor Payment Reconciliation: Prioritize reconciliation and reporting for key suppliers ensuring timely payments, minimizing queries and concerns through ensuring smooth operations, data accuracy, and minimal discrepancies.
- Continuous Improvement: Support and lead initiatives aimed at optimizing Supplier Finance processes, enhancing data integrity, and reinforcing compliance with Mondelēz policies.
Key Focus/Activities:
- Data Gathering & Consolidation: Compile data from SCF providers and MDLZ systems (e.g. SAP, and HFM) to ensure accurate, and timely consolidation of reporting each month.
- Reconciliation: Conduct regular (e.g. monthly) established reconciliations and the resulting reports
- Variance Research & Resolution: Continuously track and investigate variances with SCF providers, closing the gaps promptly and establishing actions necessary to ensure gaps do not recur unnecessarily.
- Reporting & Approval: Prepare, submit, and assist in the processing & presentation of the quarterly approval workflow for the SCF disclosure reports.
- Project Management updates: Regular updates to provides accomplish tasks and next steps towards full completion of approved projects.
- Process Improvement Support: Collaborate on enhancements to improve control points and efficiency in reporting and reconciliation processes.
- Audit Checkpoints: Validate closure of variances weekly, focusing on SCF payments, Direct Debit, and due-date alignment.
Internal and external contacts:
- Internal Contacts: AP Operations, Finance, Treasury, Accounting & External Reporting, Procurement
- External Contacts: Supplier Finance providers, BPO Ops.
Accountability: The GBS Supplier Cash Analyst is accountable for ensuring accurate and timely SCF reconciliation & reporting, maintaining data integrity, and managing compliance with Mondelēz policies and guidelines. This role requires building collaborative relationships with stakeholders, both internally and externally.
Functional/Technical Expertise
- MS Office Suite - Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suites of products including but not limited to Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Forms.
- ERP and Reporting Tools Proficiency-Proficient in ERP systems (SAP) and reporting tools for efficient data management. Strong financial modeling skills in Excel, including advanced functions, and experience with Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx, and PowerPoint.
- Project Management / Supplier Finance Experience - Experience in managing finance projects, SCF processes, and collaboration with banking institutions.
- Accounting, Finance, Accounts Payable Experience.
- Data Integrity and Compliance - Experience in maintaining data integrity, compliance, and control standards in finance reporting.
Competencies/Abilities:
These are key observable/measurable skills, knowledge and behaviors required that contribute to successful performance in the position. (e.g., drive for results, customer focus, etc.).
- Analytical Skills - Skilled in analyzing, organizing, interpreting, preparing & presenting data.
- Process Improvement - experience in optimizing analytical and reporting processes.
- Effective Communication - Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with external and internal stakeholders.
- Time Management - Capable of prioritizing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
- Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues, improving data quality and efficiency.
- Automation Focus - Proficient in automation tools to enhance control, reporting speed, and data integrity.
- Technical Proficiency - Advanced Excel skills and experience with Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx, and ERP systems.
- Attention to Detail - Ability to complete tasks accurately, thoroughly and error free.
- Compliance - Ensures compliance with Mondelēz policies and industry standards.
- Cross-Functional and Cross-Cultural Collaboration - Effective in multi-office, time zone, and cross-cultural environments.
Within Country Relocation support available and for candidates voluntarily moving internationally some minimal support is offered through our Volunteer International Transfer Policy
Business Unit Summary
At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right by offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broad range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about.
We have a rich portfolio of strong brands globally and locally including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the top position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy and the second top position in gum.
Our 80,000 makers and bakers are located in more than 80 countries and we sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. Our people are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen-and happen fast.
Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Type
Regular
Accounting & External Reporting
Finance
