Global Finance Initiatives Director
CurrentResponsible and accountable for designing and maintaining the Global Transformation Governance process. Primary owner of Quarterly and Annual Compliance Processes. Prepare and present quarterly Transformation Initiative updates to the Audit Committee.Create and manage policies and procedures for transformation governance, and coordinate with global business units to determine correct cost and benefit classifications.Coordinate management and external reporting requirements for non-operating costs and benefits. Drive alignment with Corporate FP&A, Global Business Units, and Service Providers on annual operating plan targets. Provide insights and analysis to Global Controller, Global CFO, Audit Committee and Board on the current and forecasted status of the Transformation Initiatives, and their ability to deliver the committed benefits within the cost framework approved by the Board.Planned, designed, and implemented monthly, quarterly and annual governance processes for global transformative initiatives. Designed, implemented and managed ongoing reporting and tracking to provide full transparency to the Board of Mars for Non-GAAP Financial Measures.Established Finance Integration Management Office for the Global Corporate Center. Planned and managed multiple large financial integrations.Partnered cross functionally to deliver operational objectives and financial results for Global and Regional Restructuring Initiatives, Business Development Projects, and Business Integrations, while maintaining good governance and compliance with all relevant contractual agreements and commitments.Primary resource / decision maker for questions and guidance on business unit proposals, submissions, cost classifications, and benefit calculations.