Finance Business Partner Manager

PepsiCo • Arlington, TX

2d

About The Position

PGCS is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the end‑to-end finance function for the Arlington, Texas concentrate manufacturing plant, a critical sites in the global concentrate network along with the North America Distribution Centres supporting the broader North America market.

This role will play a pivotal part in driving the organisation’s growth agenda, partnering closely with cross‑functional PGCS teams to deliver strategic initiatives and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Professionally qualified accountant with 10+ years PQE in a multinational manufacturing environment
• Proven leadership experience, with track record of managing and developing teams
• Track record in leading financial reporting teams.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to see the big picture and align financial management with broader business objectives
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools (SAP, Microsoft suite, PowerBi).
• Strong track record in balancing competing priorities
• Problem-Solving: Ability to analyse complex problems and develop practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Finance lead for the Arlington plant, partnering closely with the Plant Director and acting as a core member of the plant leadership team.
• Provide financial leadership for the North America DC's, supporting the Supply Chain Senior Director.
• Deliver strategic insights, financial guidance, and proactive challenge to support operational and long-term decision making.
• Oversee all operating cost governance for the Arlington plant and DC's.
• Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting, including thorough variance analysis and commentary.
• Lead the preparation of robust monthly forecasts, identifying risks, opportunities, and actionable recommendations.
• Lead the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) process for all sites, consolidating strategy, assumptions, and performance expectations.
• Present financial strategies and site performance to PGCS central leadership.
• Act as finance lead for strategic growth workstreams impacting Arlington, partnering with key Sector stakeholders.
• Own and lead the control environment for the sites, ensuring compliance with PepsiCo policies and safeguarding company assets (fixed assets and inventory).
• Define and execute the controls agenda, driving continuous improvement and strong audit outcomes.
• Lead the development and implementation of best practice financial tools that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and cost effectiveness of reporting and transactional processes.
• Support or lead enterprise-wide or site wide initiatives such as operational efficiency programs or system implementations.
• Manage and develop a high performing finance team, fostering capability growth, strong collaboration, and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Drive functional initiatives that elevate the overall effectiveness of the PGCS finance organisation.

Benefits

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $110,700 - $185,250.
• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 12% 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed