Financial Systems And Close Books Manager

2 months ago

Battle Creek, Michigan, United States WK Kellogg Co Full time
At WK Kellogg Co, we
exist to create joy and connection to inspire Gr-r-reat days.

We believe that doing good is always good for business and we have stood for this since Kellogg Company was founded more than 117 years ago.

We are passionate about doing our part to make nutritious foods, create social connectivity and respect natural resources. Together, these actions create positive progress for people and the planet – today and for years to come.

We have big plans for how we are going to accomplish this, and we would love for you to join us in this effort.

Advance your career as a Financial Systems and Close Books Manager in our Battle Creek office.

The Financial Systems and Close Books Manager will manage and optimize financial systems by leading the execution and support of financial processes, including Anaplan models, BPC modules, and Master data.

Provide expert technical guidance to the FS team, ensuring consistent, reliable performance and compliance with audit requirements, KPIs, and SLAs.

Oversee the close books process by coordinating and leading accounting operations to maintain a robust controls framework, delivering excellent customer service to partners and stakeholders.


HERE'S A TASTE OF WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Operations Oversight

  • Provide technical and day to day oversight of Financial Systems & Close Books (FS & CB) team members.
  • Implement standardized internal FS management reporting, including actual, strategic forecast, and budget results based on Finance requirements.
  • Partner with IT teams on systems integrations, data feeds, and system stability.
  • Collaborate with functional groups to gather assumptions, requirements, and data for models.
  • Execute structural changes in partnership with IT and Finance, including FS models, restatements, and cutovers.
  • Coordinate with contracted service providers for major projects or model builds in FS.
  • Maintain account master data in SAP, BPC, and Cadency.
  • Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting closing processes, including tie outs within finance tools, account reconciliation, and tool administration.
  • Prepare corporate and local accounting reports.
Knowledge Sharing and Innovation

  • Promote best practices in using Anaplan, BPC, SAP, and other financial systems within the business.
  • Foster expertise in WK Kellogg P&L and cash flow composition, allocation processes, and drivers, including the correct accounting for acquisitions, divestitures, and one time costs.
  • Support the implementation of improvements for process efficiency, quality, and control KPIs.
  • Lead and develop training programs on Anaplan, SAP, Cadency, and other financial systems.
  • Participate in governance processes, meetings, and reviews.
Team Leadership and Development

  • Facilitate onboarding for new employees, including training on FS and general WK Kellogg guidelines and policies.
  • Supervise and encourage the professional development of direct reports.
  • Coach and mentor direct reports on development areas and potential career opportunities.
  • Ensure the execution and completion of projects, adherence to key due dates, and identification of opportunities and risks.
  • Conduct performance reviews for direct reports.

YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

  • Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting.
-5+ years of finance or accounting experience.
-2-3 years of management experience.

  • Strong knowledge and experience with Anaplan, BPC, and SAP systems, including model building and administration.
  • Proficient in MS Office applications.
  • Advanced English proficiency (verbal and written).
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and procedures.
  • In depth knowledge of P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow.

ABOUT WK KELLOGG CO
At WK Kellogg Co, we bring our best to everyone, every day through our trusted foods and brands. Our journey began in 1894, when our founder W.K. Kellogg reimagined the future of food with the creation of Corn Flakes, changing breakfast forever.

Since then, we have embraced the same spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in everything we do, channeling our founder's passion and commitment to creating high quality and delicious products while fostering communities.

Our iconic brand portfolio includes Frosted Flakes, Rice Krispies, Froot Loops, Kashi, Special K, Raisin Bran, Frosted Mini Wheats, and Bear Naked.

With a presence in the majority of households across North America, our brands play a key role in enhancing the lives of millions of consumers every day, promoting a strong sense of physical, emotional and societal wellbeing.

Our beloved brand characters, including Tony the Tiger and Toucan Sam, represent our deep connections with the consumers and communities we serve.

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WK Kellogg Co is proud to offer industry competitive
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THE FINER PRINT


The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.


WK Kellogg Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


For US applicants:


Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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