Governance & Controls and Sustainability Integration Manager (MSNA)

Mars • Battle Creek, MI

6d • $101,120 - $139,040

About The Position

The MSNA Governance & Controls (G&C) and Sustainability Integration Manager is a critical liaison between global integration programs and regional execution. The role supports the North America Controllership team by leading the local integration of internal controls (SOX/ICE) and sustainability reporting frameworks. The manager partners with the Global Snacking controls team, regional finance, and other stakeholders to support a harmonized and effective control environment and adoption of Mars' sustainability reporting standards.

This is a project-based role with a current expected end date in Q2 2028. As that date approaches, Mars will work with the employee to explore other employment opportunities within the Mars family of companies. If a suitable alternative role is unavailable, employment will end.

The position leads regional integration of Kellanova into Mars' internal control framework, supports control transition and operating model changes, leads regional sustainability reporting integration, and provides local support to the Controllership team. The stated US base pay range is USD 101,120 to USD 139,040. Total compensation includes variable pay, medical and dental benefits, 401(k) participation, and paid time off benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• At least 8 years of experience in audit, internal controls, or a corporate accounting environment required.
• Strong knowledge of SOX/Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICE).
• Experience in the Consumer Product Goods (CPG) industry required.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across different levels of an organization.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• CPA or other professional certification preferred.
• Familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks is a plus.
• SAP or equivalent ERP system experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as the regional lead for integrating Kellanova into the Mars internal control framework, working with global and regional teams.
• Support SOX/ICE gap analysis and control rationalization efforts.
• Plan the regional approach for ICE controls testing and documentation.
• Drive closure of critical regional control gaps identified through the integration work.
• Oversee transition of control responsibilities resulting from operating model changes and associate role shifts within the MSNA ecosystem.
• Track, monitor, and securely execute control handoffs to maintain control integrity during periods of change.
• Lead regional integration of sustainability reporting so North America meets Global and Mars Inc. requirements.
• Partner with Global teams to integrate Kellanova into Mars' mandatory sustainability reporting frameworks.
• Act as the regional liaison, providing financial data and process support to ensure reporting readiness.
• Support the Controllership team with integration of finance activities and alignment with global standards and timelines.

Benefits

• Industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
• Medical benefits.
• Dental benefits.
• Participation in a 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off benefits.
• Learning and development support from day one, including access to Mars University.

What This Job Offers

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