Sr Financial Analyst, Flavor Solutions

McCormick & Company • MD

95d • $86,390 - $151,220

About The Position

McCormick & Company, Inc is a global leader in flavor. With over $6 billion in annual sales across 170 countries and territories, we manufacture, market and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavorful products to the entire food industry including e-commerce channels, grocery, food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands with trademark registrations include McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Stubb's, OLD BAY, Lawry's, Zatarain's, Ducros, Vahiné, Cholula, Schwartz, Kamis, DaQiao, Club House, Aeroplane and Gourmet Garden. Every day, no matter where or what you eat or drink, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. Founded in 1889 and headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland USA, McCormick is guided by our principles and committed to our Purpose – To Stand Together for the Future of Flavor. McCormick envisions A World United by Flavor where healthy, sustainable and delicious go hand in hand.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business or an MBA
• 5+ years of experience in accounting and/or financial analysis
• Experience participating on projects, supporting finance initiatives with the business
• Experience with transaction & reporting systems including, but not limited to Hyperion, SAP, Business Warehouse, TM1 or other local systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills
• Proven knowledge of financial accounting standards and GAAP
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to make judgments based on analysis of factual information, practice and previous experience/reasonable assumptions
• Excellent interpersonal (written and verbal) communication skills with a demonstrated ability to work across functions & cultures and interact with all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability of being a dynamic self-starter, to work independently and apply sound judgment to solve complex problems with incomplete and/or ambiguous information required and to proactively initiate action steps
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects at once, work under pressure, apply judgment and ask for aid in prioritizing as applicable
• Experience working with Sarbanes-Oxley Controls
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate and analyze McCormick Flavor Solutions business results throughout forecast, budget, long term plan and Actuals cycles working closely with Flavor Solutions FP&A Director, commercial finance, and supply chain finance business partners.
• Assemble, analyze, and present information as part of the business planning and analysis process to include forecast meetings.
• Work closely with regional finance team to understand business drivers for all forecasts, budget, and quarterly cycles.
• Bridge actual results to forecast, budget and prior year, ensuring all major P&L components are properly recorded and adequately explained and communicated.
• Participate actively in projects and ad-hoc analysis/questions related to global and regional financial/strategic reporting, sales trends, and gross margin analysis.
• Continually standardize and optimize P&L processes/reporting across Global FP&A.
• Develop slides for the Flavor Solutions Forecast process, highlighting drivers of business results.
• Compile, report, and analyze complex data streams throughout various business cycles.
• Participate actively in projects and ad-hoc analyses.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
• Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness
• Tuition assistance
• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees