Manager, Finance Business Partner - MasterCard

Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. Title and Summary Manager, Finance Business Partner Overview: The Mastercard Services Finance team is predominately responsible for end-to-end financial stewardship for the Services organization. This role is primarily responsible for supporting Global Loyalty as Manager, Finance Business Partner and will participate in and eventually lead the direct support of the business. Additionally, opportunities will exist to take on additional analyses and projects supporting the broader Services Finance team. Role: The Finance Business Partner role assumes responsibility for planning, operating performance, monthly close and management reporting for the Global Loyalty programs in the EUR and MEA regions and be the Rewards program global finance business partner. The role also plays an integral role in execution and tracking of strategic plans. The role is in Purchase, NY at Mastercard headquarters, and it will report to the Director, Finance Business Partner – Global Loyalty. Responsibilities include: • Manages all aspects of financial planning and forecasting from a region/time-zone, product and customer perspective. • Partners with business to address all financial needs including tracking of performance and insuring data integrity of reporting. • Manages aspects of month end financial close in partnership with the business, the Controllers and Global Business Shared Service teams. • Drives creation of monthly reporting package for region/time-zone business leads • Partners with Global Loyalty team members in the regions to gain a deeper understanding of project expenses and forecasts to further enhance accuracy of forecasts and identify opportunities for improvement • Partners with the businesses in supporting strategic growth plans both near and long term, assisting with business case modelling and providing thought leadership • Proactively drives and implements continuous process improvement activities and supports in maintaining a strong control environment • Supports Director and VP in execution of all other duties as they become necessary. All About You: • A BS or BA with a major in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (MBA Preferred) with previous finance experience • Previous experience in Finance is required • The ideal candidate is fast-paced and highly analytical who demonstrates business acumen and thought leadership to deliver results within a global, growing and profitable business • A team player with the ability to communicate effectively and develop solid working relationships across multiple levels and organizational boundaries is required. • Experience building internal and external business partnerships; develops and leverages key relationships in order to assist with the needs and objectives of stakeholders •Experience managing major elements of large, cross-functional projects •Demonstrated success working with partners across other business units and markets in support of cross-functional programs • Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel/PowerPoint) in data compilation, aggregation and modeling is required • Experience with Alteryx, Oracle, and Hyperion is a plus. Mastercard is an inclusive equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly. Corporate Security Responsibility All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must: Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices; Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed; Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines. In line with Mastercard’s total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary based on location, experience and other qualifications for the role and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance), flexible spending account and health savings account, paid leaves (including 16 weeks new parent leave, up to 20 paid days bereavement leave), 10 annual paid sick days, 10 or more annual paid vacation days based on level, 5 personal days, 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays, 401k with a best-in-class company match, deferred compensation for eligible roles, fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities, eligibility for tuition reimbursement, gender-inclusive benefits and many more. Pay Ranges Purchase, New York: $117,000 - $182,000 USD Everyone wants easier ways to pay; we invent them. Checkout lines are slow; we speed them along. Merchants want more sales; we give them data and insights. People need financial access; we connect them. Corporate purchasing is complicated; we make it simple. 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