Finance Analyst

PepsiCo is a world leader in convenient foods and beverages, with 2005 revenues of more than $32 billion and more than 157,000 employees.

The company consists of Frito-Lay North America, PepsiCo Beverages North America, PepsiCo International and Quaker Foods North America. PepsiCo brands are available in nearly 200 countries and territories and generate sales at the retail level of about $85 billion.

PepsiCo offers product choices to meet a broad variety of needs and preference -- from fun-for-you items to product choices that contribute to healthier lifestyles.

PepsiCo's mission is "To be the world's premier consumer products company focused on convenient foods and beverages. We seek to produce healthy financial rewards to investors as we provide opportunities for growth and enrichment to our employees, our business partners and the communities in which we operate. And in everything we do, we strive for honesty, fairness and integrity."

Financial Analyst

The financial analyst works with Planning/Finance Directors and Vice Presidents at PepsiCo's corporate headquarters and in the operating divisions to support a broad range of financial planning and analysis activities:

Assist in reviewing operating division performance and in the preparation of business and forecast reviews for senior management.
Assist in the preparation of the annual operating plan, and long term strategic plan, including consolidation of operating division plans.
Perform shareholder return analysis on Peer companies and group of premier consumer product companies and provide insight into drivers of their performance. Analysis includes total shareholder return, ROIC, capital structures, impact of acquisitions and divestitures, and discounted cash flow forecasted revenue and profit growth.
Assist in planning analysis and forecasting of corporate items (corporate department expenses, interest and forex), in support of EPS plan/forecast.
Assist in planning, analysis and forecasting of PepsiCo cash flow, including consolidating division forecasts and analyzing working capital metrics.
Prepare ad hoc analysis and presentations for Senior Management on a wide range of subjects

BA or BS with 2+ years relevant experience
MBA or CPA a plus
Intermediate to advanced computer skills (Microsoft Excel modeling skills a must, Bloomberg, Hyperion, Factset tools a plus)
Highly motivated and able to work with a team
Exceptional oral and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively with personnel from all levels of staff and management