Finance and Accounting Manager - Corporate FP&A

Company Description:

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald’s remains one of the world’s leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world.

At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements.

Job Description:

The Finance & Accounting Manager - Corporate FP&A  will be responsible for leading critical financial and governance processes within the Business Advisory Services Group.  This role will be responsible for crafting and presenting G&A and Capital financial narratives to Senior Leaders, owning policy creation and communication, resource & documentation development, and cross-functional enablement in alignment with organizational goals.   The ideal candidate will bring a proven ability to implement structured processes, communicate effectively, and collaborate across diverse teams.

Key Responsibilities of this Role Include:

• Manage reporting and projection for the $3B Corporate G&A budget, including ownership of the G&A narrative for reporting to Senior Finance leadership and the Board of Directors 
• Prepare financial modeling & analysis for cross-functional and executive partners
• Develop and maintain G&A governance policy and processes
• Create and design standardized reporting and projection intake processes to support finance advisory across all Global Functions
• Own detailed finance timelines and processes in partnership with internal stakeholders, including Strategic Finance, Investor Relations, Global Controllership, and the FP&A Center of Excellence. Maintain and communicate key deliverables seamlessly across various channels and functions.
• External Audit support & Accounting enablement including setting of monthly close standards
• Manage, motivate, and develop one direct report

This role will report to the Director of Central Planning & Strategic Finance within Business Advisory Services.

Benefits eligible: Yes
Bonus eligible: Yes
Long term incentive eligible: Yes
The expected salary range for this role is $112,860 - $143,900 per year 
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5+ years of Finance or Accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
• CPA preferred
• Advanced proficiency within Excel & PowerPoint. Proficiency within Analytics Tools (e.g., PowerBI, Alteryx, Tableau, etc.) a plus  
• Ability to manipulate and analyze large amounts of non-standardized data quickly and efficiently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate complex issues to executive and non-technical stakeholders; ability to synthesize varying feedback and perspectives
• Self-motivated with the ability to establish and meet deadlines; excellent organizational skills and ability to both problem solve and balance competing priorities 
• Ability to influence diverse stakeholders & senior leaders, develop strong relationships, and work seamless across functions and levels within the company

Additional Information:

Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. 

Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.

Long term Incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan.

 

McDonald’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone. McDonald’s provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact mcdhrbenefits@us.mcd.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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