Overview
We’re committed to building a future-ready finance organization where our associates drive sustainable, full-potential performance for our company. PepsiCo Finance partners have a seat at the table across all facets and functions within the company. We are focused on developing and enhancing key capabilities such as Strategic Business partnering, Insights & Analytics, and Digital across our finance teams. As a Finance professional, you’ll have the opportunity to explore a multi-disciplinary career path across a broad number of functions, and make meaningful contributions towards creating smiles for consumers, driving full-potential performance, and achieving our Winning with Purpose vision.
**This role is located in our Winston Salem location coming into the office up to 3 days a week**
Responsibilities
- Facilitate accurate and timely billing and collection of Customer receivables across the Consolidated Billing portfolio of $300MM on behalf of +100 Pepsi Franchise Bottlers and Corporate Pepsi Beverages DSD
- Lead the Consolidated Billing governance and strategic agenda, including the conversion and ongoing execution of Franchise Bottler payment terms methodology and ongoing transformation initiatives to drive efficiency and effectiveness of the Consolidated Billing strategy
- Provide leadership oversight of the Consolidated Billing New Business Committee and serve as a board member of the newly formed PepsiCo Consolidated Billing Steering Committee to evaluate new business opportunities, define the strategy for onboarding new customers, and resolving issues that prevent an effective Consolidated Billing model
- Lead Consolidated Billing team including oversight of all cash flow reporting, P&L risk and Conbill reserves
- Ensure accurate and timely Franchise Bottler payments for submitted receivables, and lead the resolution of any outstanding items including Bottler drawbacks of funds previously paid
- Ensure all processes operate within a well-controlled environment, including compliance with data security, systems security and access policies, and process controls; Ensure execution and verification of key operating and SOX controls
- Review current processes and identify and implement process improvements and automation; Assist in the review of OTC processes to identify and design a more efficient and controlled process
- Support internal, external audit requests and inquiries
- Deliver a variety of Accounts Receivable activities including supporting on time invoice processing, collections from customers, payments to Franchise Bottlers and troubleshooting for various Accounts Receivable issues and escalations
- Become a subject matter expert of Accounts Receivable and Customer Master set up and maintenance within SAP S4 Hana and various legacy systems
- Engage with Franchise Bottlers, HQ Franchise Development and Finance teams, IT and various Accounts Receivable partners to implement best practices and resolve issues as they arise
- Provide leadership and vision to the North America business by developing both short- and long-term business plans that align with Company objectives
- Provide management with accurate and timely information to influence and support strategic and tactical decision making at all levels
- Anticipate and respond to business partner needs in a manner that provides value added analysis and recommendations
- Create, track, report and manage performance metrics, including resolution of any pending/recurring action items
- Prepare PowerPoint presentations and present financial results to various stakeholders
Compensation & Benefits:
• The expected compensation range for this position is between $106,300 – $177,850 based on full-time schedule
• Location confirmed job-related skills and experience will be considered in setting actual starting salary
• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 15% of annual salary paid out annually
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent work experience
- 8 plus years of accounting related experience in a high-volume complex Accounts Receivable department
- 3 plus years in an Accounts Receivable management role
- Previous experience in an accounting shared services environment and managing high-volume accounting transactions
- SOX experience and leading control agendas
- Proficiency with large ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP; proficiency with MS Office
- High level of computer literacy with spreadsheets, database software and/or business systems
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Proficient written and oral communication skills and the demonstrated ability to communicate oral and written messages clearly, concisely, and persuasively to both internal and external audiences using appropriate tone, grammar, and word usage
- Commitment to excellence in customer service
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA/MBA
- 5+ years of people management experience; strong leadership and communication skills
- Negotiation, influencing and customer relations experience
- Extensive knowledge of the Accounts Receivable management process, specifically around customer master data, collections and customer service/resolution
- ERP implementation experience with OTC or P2P
- Strong consultative, analytical, researching, and problem-solving skills
- Able to effectively work with cross functional teams and other functions across the company
- Sense of urgency and ability to multi-task and committed to achieving deadlines
- Strong work ethic, self-confidence, self-starter, highly motivated with the ability to work with minimal guidance
- Ability to adapt quickly & maintain flexibility regarding ad-hoc projects, revisions to areas of responsibility and organizational change
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity
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