Early Talent Program / Finance Control

Overview At Pepsi Co, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Pepsi, Doritos and Lipton Ice Tea, our work touches millions of people every day. At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact on your career and on the world around you. Are you a recent graduate or a new professional looking for a unique career opportunity? Discover opportunities for growth and reinvention at Pepsi Co with our Dare for Tomorrow program! Dare for Tomorrow is a two-year contracted program, offering enhanced growth opportunities through a well-constructed development program, with a focus on gaining expertise in the related function. We are looking for a Dare for Tomorrow to join our Finance team in İstanbul. Online Application (15 May - 7 June): You will complete the online application with filling out a brief form including the details of your profile. Video Interview (9 - 15 June): You will complete a video interview consisting of 3 short questions about your motivation and abilities Face-to-Face Assessment (6 - 17 July): You will be invited to a face-to-face assessment at Pepsi Co Headquarters where you will experience analyzing a business case in a group discussion Interview (23 - 29 July): You will have a chance to share more about yourself in a meeting with your future line manager. Welcome to Pepsi Co! (15 September) Responsibilities Collaboratively work with key stakeholders to drive efficient Internal control agenda (ICON on the internal control framework topics, Pepsi Co and 3rd party- IBM, GCC, KCC etc. CO/POs to ensure effective process and controls, Controller / AFCs to lead Control AOP, SoA etc.) Support preparation of business control activities reports, monitor remediation action plans related to internal control deficiencies. Support the annual risk assessment workshops by assisting with the documentation and update of process flows and control descriptions. Support the Internal Audit Manager in the investigation of speak-up cases. Collaboratively work EMEA Internal Control team to drive standardization by harmonizing controls and ways of working Assist business in terms of Corporate Audit preparations and monitoring of the remediation of Corporate Audit failures Support timely and accurate preparation and submission of monthly financial statements (BS,P&L and Cash Flow) Preparation and submission of internal reporting activities in accordance with Pepsi Co control calendar Perform independent reviews/testings, in line with Control AOP, internal control modernization initiative and ad-hoc requests Regular trainings/presentations for employees in all locations to build awareness of internal controls Support PGT/SAP Implementation and a robust controls framework adoption Qualifications Fresh graduates or professionals with a maximum 1 year of working experience (Note that you can apply if you will graduate before August 2026) Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, or related fields. Fluent in both English and Turkish Agile approach to work in a dynamic environment Strong collaboration and communication skills
Collaboratively work with key stakeholders to drive efficient Internal control agenda (ICON on the internal control framework topics, Pepsi Co and 3rd party- IBM, GCC, KCC etc. CO/POs to ensure effective process and controls, Controller / AFCs to lead Control AOP, SoA etc.) Support preparation of business control activities reports, monitor remediation action plans related to internal control deficiencies. Support the annual risk assessment workshops by assisting with the documentation and update of process flows and control descriptions. Support the Internal Audit Manager in the investigation of speak-up cases. Collaboratively work EMEA Internal Control team to drive standardization by harmonizing controls and ways of working Assist business in terms of Corporate Audit preparations and monitoring of the remediation of Corporate Audit failures Support timely and accurate preparation and submission of monthly financial statements (BS,P&L and Cash Flow) Preparation and submission of internal reporting activities in accordance with Pepsi Co control calendar Perform independent reviews/testings, in line with Control AOP, internal control modernization initiative and ad-hoc requests Regular trainings/presentations for employees in all locations to build awareness of internal controls Support PGT/SAP Implementation and a robust controls framework adoption
Fresh graduates or professionals with a maximum 1 year of working experience (Note that you can apply if you will graduate before August 2026) Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, or related fields. Fluent in both English and Turkish Agile approach to work in a dynamic environment Strong collaboration and communication skills