Financial Analyst

Function Overview

• The Finance function partners across General Mills to guide and govern financial performance.
• Focuses on investment returns (brand, capital, and resource investments) and operates globally across embedded and enterprise-focused groups.

Purpose of the Role

• Review and implement design solutions for Record to Analyze (R2A), Order to Cash (O2C), and Procure to Pay (P2P) processes.
• Identify risks, review controls, and ensure compliance across all finance processes.
• Act as an expert in SAP FICO and lead process improvements across service partners.
• Maintain strong governance procedures, manage cross-functional teams, and drive standardization and best practices.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders and help identify and resolve operational issues.
• Maintain strong relationships and communication with global stakeholders.

Key Accountabilities

60% – Process Review, Risk Management & Governance

• Conduct operational reviews to assess process effectiveness.
• Review E2E processes as an expert in R2A, O2C, and P2P systems.
• Suggest process design improvements using best practices.
• Recommend Vital, Essential, Desirable (VED) metrics.
• Draft gap reports using FMEA framework.
• Identify stakeholder concerns (errors, training gaps, process changes).
• Develop advanced reporting and analytics for proactive insights.
• Liaise with vendor service teams to resolve issues and escalations.
• Perform quality reviews and surprise audits for compliance.
• Understand Chart of Accounts and linkage to Hyperion.
• Provide analytical support to finance teams globally.
• Ensure implementation of control protocols and standard policies.
• Apply robust risk mitigation strategies.

30% – In-Process Service Management

• Manage knowledge sharing and documentation.
• Partner with internal teams to drive remediation and improvements.

10% – Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Promote the use of Continuous Improvement (CI) tools and methods.
• Lead or participate in projects that enhance process efficiency and cost leadership.
• Actively engage in team/site events and initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Full-time graduation from an accredited university (mandatory).
• 7+ years of experience in finance or accounting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's/Postgraduate degree in Finance & Accounting.
• Chartered Accountant (CA) certification (required).
• GAAP or IFRS certification (preferred).

Desired Skills & Expertise

• Expertise in SAP FICO and R2A processes.
• Strong knowledge of US & International GAAP, audit, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with SOX governance and financial system integration (FSI).
• Strong stakeholder management and communication with senior leaders.
• Ability to navigate complex, technical, and policy-based challenges.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to provide strategic recommendations.
• Proficiency in process reviews, risk management, and reporting tools.