Global Finance Manager

Global Finance Manager

Let’s be unstoppable together!

Circana is the leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior. Through unparalleled technology, advanced analytics, cross-industry data, and deep expertise, we provide clarity that helps almost 7,000 of the world’s leading brands and retailers take action and unlock business growth. We understand more about the complete consumer, the complete store, and the complete wallet so our clients can go beyond the data to apply insights, ignite innovation, meet consumer demand, and outpace the competition.

At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We have a global commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as we believe in the undeniable strength that diversity brings to our business, employees, clients, and communities (with us you can always bring your full self to work). Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Learn more at www.circana.com.

What will you be doing?

Circana is growing the Artificial Intelligence, Technology and Product (ATP) Finance function and seeking a finance manager to delivery timely and reliable expense reporting and forecasting. The Global Finance Manager for ATP Finance is responsible for proactive cost management through clear timely reporting and forecasting, ad hoc analysis and insights delivery for the ATP and finance teams. This role will work collaboratively with ATP partners, accounting, procurement, and other Finance teammates on a global basis.

Job Responsibilities

• Support the Artificial Intelligence, Technology and Product (ATP) group through proactive P&L Expense reporting, forecasting and ad hoc analysis
• Perform all ATP Finance processes including reviewing month close activities, budgeting, forecasting and personnel tracking
• Review financial transaction details such as vendor payments across multiple business areas for completeness and accuracy, with a focus on identifying and mitigating issues
• Partner with Accounting Team and regional finance teams during monthly Close to support the variance explanations between actual and budget/forecast/prior year
• Prepare key performance indicators and business trend data for ATP management reporting
• Participate in special cross functional projects and support key corporate initiatives
• Proactively improve current processes, perform root cause analysis for ongoing issues and identify areas of efficiency with reporting and forecasting
• Ad hoc reporting and other miscellaneous projects as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting or Business required
• 5+ years of FP&A experience required

• High proficiency in Excel required

• Strong analytical and proactive problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail with a proactive willingness to review and research data
• Strong orientation to financial systems

Circana Behaviors

As well as the technical skills, experience and attributes that are required for the role, our shared behaviors sit at the core of our organization. Therefore, we always look for people who can continuously champion these behaviors throughout the business within their day-to-day role:

• Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions
• Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action
• Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices
• Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers
• Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement
• Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect and integrity
• Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone

Location

This position can be located in the following area(s): Chicago, IL or remote

The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. The salary range for this role is $75,000 -$105,000.