Sr Manager Enterprise FP&A Strategy

The Hershey Company•Lower Swatara Township, PA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Sr. Manager Enterprise Financial Planning & Analysis Strategy, you will be a member of the Corporate FP&A leadership team serving as the primary leader between Finance and Strategy teams. The leader in this role will work cross-functionally with our Board of Directors, Business Leaders, and Business partners to help Hershey achieve our Leading Snacking Powerhouse vision. Activities will span across long term vision setting including Strategic Planning and Strategic Projects as well as time sensitive business critical support including M&A due diligence. As this role will require continuous learning and collaboration, the leader should continuously strive to add insights, value, and growth to Hershey, self and the FP&A teams as part of each owned process.

Requirements

At least 7 years (Manager level): 8-12 years (Senior Manager level) of progressive financial experience, preferably within the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry.
Demonstrated prior involvement in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) processes, including due diligence and integration phases.
Proficiency with SAP financial systems and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) tools to enhance efficiency and data accuracy.
Strong expertise in financial reporting, analysis, and advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities, including pivot tables and manipulation of large datasets.
Experience utilizing data visualization software such as Alteryx and Tableau to communicate insights effectively.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet demanding deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Bachelor of Science degree in Finance, Accounting, or a closely related field is required.

Responsibilities

Lead comprehensive forecasting, annual budgeting, and long-range planning efforts for designated functional areas. Coordinate seamlessly with multiple stakeholders to ensure that assumptions are rigorously validated, synchronized across teams, and clearly documented.
Conduct in-depth financial performance assessments including variance evaluations and KPI monitoring. Translate complex data into compelling, executive-level narratives detailing risks, opportunities, and recommended actions.
Develop and maintain robust financial models and business cases to guide investment decisions, strategic initiatives, and scenario analyses. Assess financial impacts and trade-offs to provide actionable recommendations driving cost efficiency and growth.
Act as a trusted financial advisor to senior functional leaders, supporting enhanced understanding of financial implications, improving forecast accuracy, and fostering a culture of accountability.
Champion innovations in FP&A reporting, automation, and related processes. Facilitate collaboration among stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and adoption of optimized solutions.
Serve as a leader in Strategic Planning processes—maintaining supporting models and preparing presentations for senior leadership and the Board of Directors; driving capital allocation strategies and enhancements; and partnering with M&A teams to provide strategic insights for pipeline deals nearing completion.