Global Financial Planning & Analysis Senior Manager

Coca-Cola • Atlanta, GA

1d • $123,000 - $139,000

About The Position

The Global Financial Planning and Analysis team at The Coca-Cola Company is looking for a Financial Planning & Analysis Senior Manager to (1) help drive the short- and long-term planning and financial processes across the organization, (2) perform detailed financial analyses and modeling to develop data- and business-driven insights, and (3) support transformative, strategic initiatives. With its global focus, the position offers a unique breadth of experience with exposure across the holistic organization of The Coca-Cola Company – all geographies, all brands, and all product categories. Additionally, the role collaborates across all operating units and numerous global teams at The Coca-Cola Company, including, but not limited to: Corporate Strategy, Corporate Development (M&A), Investor Relations, Industry Insights, Treasury, and Global System Economics. As such, the Global Financial Planning & Analysis Senior Manager has significant visibility and interaction with senior leadership and is integral to supporting decision making all the way up to the Board of Directors level. 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.

Requirements

• 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 in a team-oriented and global organization

Nice To Haves

• MBA, other advanced degrees, CPA, or CFA is a plus
• investment banking, consulting, or investment research experience is a plus
• Experience with financial software and data visualization tools including Hyperion and Power BI is a plus

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• Agile & Innovative Software Platforms: Each day, we work to improve our reporting efficiencies and capabilities using top-tier software platforms including Hyperion, Alteryx, Power BI, and Tableau
• Collaborative Culture: We work cross-functionally, and across all operating units, to ensure we get the exposure, resources, and thought-leadership needed to create the most comprehensive financial models / analyses, enabling optimal decision making
• Global Reach: Our team takes a global view of the organization and focuses on generating high impact financial analyses and insights to help The Coca-Cola Company lead the industry

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level