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Director, Controller (Accelerator)

Mars


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 169840 - 233530
Posted: 11 September 2026 (6 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 9 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

Job Purpose

The Accelerator Controller is responsible for ensuring the integrity accuracy and quality of the Business Units financial statements. This role leads Accounting and reporting activities drives strong period-close processes and ensures reporting requirements are met for the Mars Snacking segment and Mars Inc. Further this individual is the primary owner of the relationship with internal and external auditors for the Business unit.

What are we looking for

  • Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field required Masters degree preferred
  • CPA or other relevant professional certification preferred
  • 10 years of accounting or financial audit experience required
  • SAP or equivalent ERP system experience preferred
  • Experience in the consumer-packaged goods industry required
  • Experience leading teams including talent development and succession planning required
  • Expertise in technical accounting financial processes and internal controls required
  • Ability to operate effectively in a complex fast-paced business environment required

What will be your key responsibilities

  • Lead a diverse team of Accounting and Reporting associates with accountability for talent development performance and succession planning.
  • Oversee periodic financial reviews to ensure the quality completeness and accuracy of financial statements.
  • Implement new accounting standards and Finance Manual guidelines cross-functionally ensuring appropriate accounting treatment across the Region.
  • Set the tone for strong governance and controls execution ensuring effective compliance with internal policies and control requirements.
  • Certify and report financial results and control execution for senior management at Mars Inc. and Mars Snacking Global.
  • Partner with PwC and Internal Audit to support efficient effective and clean external and internal audit outcomes.
  • Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and drive greater efficiency effectiveness and quality.
  • Manage performance between MGS-F/ICTC and the Region driving accountability and continuous improvement across stakeholders.
  • Serve as a member of the Regions Finance Leadership Team and contribute to broader finance strategy and decision-making.

What can you expect from Mars

  • Work with diverse and talented Associates all guided by the Five Principles.
  • Join a purpose driven company where were striving to build the world we want tomorrow today.
  • A strong focus on learning and development support from day one including access to our in-house Mars University.
  • An industry competitive salary and benefits package including company bonus.

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The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below however base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge skills and total compensation package for this position will include variable pay medical and dental benefits participation in 401k plan and paid time off of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting:USD 169840.00 - USD 233530.00


Required Experience:

Director


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