Finance Manager, Technology

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

 

We are looking to hire a Finance Manager, Technology immediately in a Hybrid (50/50) capacity at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland. 

 

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Career growth opportunities

• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices

• Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness

• Tuition assistance

 

Position Overview
The Finance Manager, Technology will be the key Finance partner for the Technology function supporting their day-to-day and strategic needs. Responsibilities will include financial forecast process, budget, month end, SOX controls, and capital project evaluation. The Finance Manager will also lead a Senior Financial Analyst in supporting the Technology function. The Finance Manager will identify and execute opportunities for optimization in our Financial processes and reporting. The Finance Manager will partner with the Technology Leadership team on a regular basis to understand their financial needs, support business case discussions, and provide general financial guidance. With the support of the Senior Director, Finance Transformation, the Finance Manager will provide essential financial support to the Technology function as they drive key Technology initiatives for McCormick overall. 

 

Key Responsibilities
•    Month End – Independently completes month end close activities, including tracking versus plan and ensuring capturing spend properly as Operating Expense and Capital Expense through partnering with Controllership as needed. Responsible for completing required SOX controls, both reporting and meetings as applicable.     
•    Forecast – Partner with Technology Leadership team and respective leaders to complete the forecast process including updating assumptions, loading to system, and developing the consolidated story for review with Technology Leadership team. Escalate any variances to Senior Director, Finance Transformation for discussion before review with Technology Leadership team    
•    Budget – Support Senior Director, Finance Transformation and Technology Leadership team with development of Annual Budget.    
•    Business Partnership – Develop and maintain strong partnerships with Technology Leaders. Understand how changes in timeline/project needs relate to financials and how the different types of spends are treated from an accounting perspective.   
•    Process and Reporting Optimization – Identify and execute areas of optimization in both process and reporting     
•    Coach and Develop Talent – Manages, motivates, and develops the finance team to provide effective and value-added support to the business.  Utilizes coaching and facilitation skills to manage employee relations. Provides regular performance feedback and oversees development/training plans for individuals within the team.  Rewards and recognizes performance achievements.    

Required Qualifications
Level of Education and Discipline    BA/BS in Accounting or Finance

Experience - functional/industry/commercial knowledge, business acumen    6+ years of financial analysis or planning experience. Advanced working knowledge of MS Excel and basic proficiency of Power Pt & Word required. Excellent analytical, communication and organization skills required. Excellent theoretical and practical knowledge of different financial and analytical techniques and the capability to plan own work and respect deadlines. Specific to Business Unit or functional area. Maintains knowledge of the McCormick businesses, it's processes and the industry in which it operates through attendance at company training programs, industry conferences, etc.

 

Interpersonal Skills - leadership, interactions, communication, influence    Ability to take initiative and work independently. Higher Level Communication of Complex Information - Good communication and diplomacy skills required