At Compass Group, GREAT PEOPLE are at the core of our business! Our talented teams work tirelessly crafting incredible food experiences to help fuel the teams creating world-changing technologies at one of the world's major tech companies! The food and experiences we provide make quite an impact! As we continue to move forward, we're more passionate than ever about supporting the long-term success & wellness of everyone we feed, and we love what we do.
Role Summary:
The Global Finance Manager will utilize their skills as a finance professional to partner with Compass Group sector and account site leadership to lead our Compass at Google regional finance teams in contract management and compliance. The role will implement strategic thinking, deep financial understanding, exceptional communication, and the ability to influence without direct authority. The successful candidate will ensure financial and invoice consistency per contract terms, support audits, implement governance processes, manage commercial contracts, and provide GAAP guidance for compliant reporting. The Global Finance Manager will report to the Compass at Google CFO, and will be a member of the global leadership team. You will have the opportunity to inspire and lead specific financial aspects of the business.
The great things you'll do:
Regional Finance Support:
Collaborate with regional teams to address and resolve financial matters
Support audit requests, ensuring timely and accurate responses
Assist in rolling out new processes and systems for enhanced governance, client contracts, and billing
Financial Governance and Compliance:
Ensure all financial practices align with GAAP and other regulations
Provide expert opinions on complex accounting issues
Develop and implement financial policies and procedures for global operations
Contract Management:
Review and support the execution of commercial contracts in collaboration with legal and regional teams.
Monitor contract performance and compliance, identifying and mitigating risks.
Maintain a centralized contract document repository.
Provide guidance to regional teams on contract interpretation and implementation.
Process Improvement and Systems Implementation:
Lead initiatives to improve financial processes and systems across regions.
Support the implementation of new financial systems and tools.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of financial processes and recommend improvements.
Cross-Functional Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:
Work closely with legal, finance, and operations teams to ensure alignment on contract terms and objectives.
Collaborate with regional teams to understand local business needs and challenges.
Build strong relationships with regional finance teams and other key stakeholders.
Influence and engage others to achieve financial objectives and drive change.
Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on contract performance and compliance.
What we look for in a great candidate:
10+ years of relevant experience
Bachelor's degree in a Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
MBA / CPA designation
Ability to motivate and work collaboratively with business partners, key team members, senior management and client groups on various projects and initiatives
Ability to handle and manage multiple projects and work streams
Ability to set and communicate timelines, roles and responsibilities to multiple stakeholders and hold them accountable for deliverables
Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written and presentation skills)
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Hands on, detail-oriented with ability to see the big picture
Remains balanced in a fast-paced and changing environment, with the capacity to prioritize tasks and information effectively
Thrives in ambiguous environments and is results driven
Ability to partner with cross-functional finance and operations teams
Excellent skills in G-Suite & Microsoft applications
Familiar with common analysis tools will be a plus, such as Python and SQL
Essential Qualifications:
CPA
10 years of experience in a senior finance role, with a strong background in global finance operations
In-depth knowledge of GAAP and other relevant accounting standards
Proven ability to influence and engage others without direct authority
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience with financial systems implementation and process improvement initiatives
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Key Competencies:
Strategic Thinking: Ability to think critically and strategically to drive financial performance and compliance
Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Leadership: Strong leadership skills to influence and guide regional teams
Problem-Solving: Proactive approach to identifying issues and developing solutions
Sound good? Apply now to take your seat at our table!??
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About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.