Senior Manager, Global Financial Planning & Analysis

The Candidate We Are Looking For

This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on finance professional with an investor mindset who is passionate about leveraging data to produce insights that help inform senior leadership and aid in effective decision making related to complex, global business questions and opportunities. The role requires a self-starter with strong analytical skills, a keen attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and excellent communication capabilities.

• Financial Analysis: conduct ad-hoc financial analyses and scenario planning to identify trends (business, macro, and consumer), risks, and opportunities through a global, system-wide lens
• Insight Generation: provide financial and business insights and recommendations that support (i) executive decision making and (ii) high-visibility, cross-functional strategic initiatives
• Investor Mindset: develop a thorough understanding of both business priorities and macro / industry trends including how each impact The Coca-Cola Company and its financial statements
• Modeling & Data Visualization: build and enhance three-statement financial models, reporting tools, and dashboards to improve accuracy, efficiency, and overall visibility of financial data
• Communication & Storytelling: translate data and insights in ways that create logical, clear, and compelling stories and recommendations that influence senior leaders and drive business decisions
• Financial Process Improvement: lead initiatives to optimize the efficiency and effectiveness of the global FP&A function particularly through the better use of technology
• Partnership & Relationship Building: interact and develop relationships with teams and leaders across all functions, geographies, and operating units of the company
• Nimble & Agile: comfort with supporting simultaneous and varied projects, deliverables, and priorities across both the global finance team and the broader organization

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, economics, or a related field is required; MBA, other advanced degrees, CPA, or CFA is a plus
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance or a related role; investment banking, consulting, or investment research experience is a plus
• In-depth knowledge of financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, valuation, and variance analysis techniques
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into insights and actionable recommendations
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Experience with financial software and data visualization tools including Hyperion and Power BI is a plus

• Ability to think like an investor to understand the key drivers and external / internal forces impacting the business and the financial statements
• Understanding of complex scenario analysis and valuation techniques including discounted cash flow, net present value, and IRR
• Highly analytical and detail oriented with proven ability to develop and execute innovative ideas
• Experience synthesizing detailed analyses into clear, actionable financial and business insights based on an understanding of business drivers and upstream / downstream implications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with and influence business leaders
• Self-starter with ability to manage multiple projects and deliverables simultaneously
• Comfort and desire to work in a team-oriented and global organization

• Agile & Innovative Software Platforms:
  Each day, we work to improve our reporting efficiencies and capabilities using top-tier software platforms including Hyperion,…