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For more than 115 years, Ferrara has created sugar confections that enable moments of sweetness, celebration, and connection for candy lovers of all generations. Today, the company is the #1 sugar confectioner in the United States. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of nearly 9,000 employees creating and delivering hundreds of products sold under 20 popular brands like Brach’s®, NERDS®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli® to more than 66 million U.S. households annually and popular Dori snacking products under brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100 in Brazil. Additionally, Jelly Belly, known world-wide for its confections, was acquired in November of 2023.

FP&A Sr. Manager

Work Location: ​Chicago​

Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives.

Want to make an impact?

We are seeking a high-impact Senior Finance Manager to oversee planning, forecasting, and performance analysis related to SG&A and R&D across Ferrara. This role partners closely with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure financial accountability, strategic investment decisions, and efficient resource allocation as the business grows both domestically and internationally. The role reports to the Sr. Director, FP&A.

Ways you will make a difference

  • Lead the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for SG&A and R&D, ensuring alignment with company strategy and cost targets.
  • Partner with business leaders and functional heads to drive alignment of spend with priorities and enforce budget discipline.
  •   Deliver monthly financial reporting, variance analysis, and actionable insights to the Senior Leadership Team.
  • Support strategic decision-making through robust financial modeling, proposals, and business cases.
  •  Enhance Oracle EPM tool functionality and reporting infrastructure; onboard and train new team members.
  • Develop and implement best-in-class FP&A practices to improve modeling, planning, profitability analysis, and business partnerships.
  • Serve as a strategic finance partner to the HR team and other cross-functional groups.
  • Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing finance team to support expanding SG&A and R&D needs.

Skills that will make you successful

  • Strong executive presence and confidence to challenge and influence SLT.
  • Analytical mindset and ability to problem-solve in ambiguous situations.
  • High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
  • Results-driven with a "will-do" attitude and proactive mindset.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills across functions.
  • Passion for continuous improvement and process optimization.

Experiences that will support your success

  • Bachelor’s degree required (Finance or Accounting preferred).
  • 7–10 years of progressive experience in FP&A or corporate finance, preferably within CPG or manufacturing.
  • Experience leading an SG&A team preferred; proven track record of developing, implementing, redefining processes and systems to enhance planning, analysis, and reporting capabilitie
  • Experience integrating acquired companies a plus, including integration of financial systems and implementing planning and reporting processe
  • Strong P&L fundamentals and ability to explain key financial drivers to senior leadership.
  • Hands-on experience with SAP and Oracle EPM, especially EPBCS.
  • Proven experience leading both projects and people.

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO).  Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $112,425-157,395 annually.

#LI-Hybrid

Ferrara’s success in industry-leading innovation has been driven by deep consumer insights, strong retailer co-creation and partnerships, and a dedication to diversity of thought, experience, and people. A privately held company, Ferrara has its global headquarters in Chicago and an operational network of more than 27 locations in North America, Brazil, and China that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities. Ferrara is a privately held Ferrero related company. Learn more at www.ferrara.com or www.linkedin.com/company/ferrara-.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

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