Chicago, Illinois, USA
6 days ago
Manager, Brand Finance

Job Summary

Reporting to the Finance Director you will partner with business leadership to provide actionable financial guidance for a portfolio of brands.  Key responsibilities include financial analytics, annual operating and strategic planning, monthly forecasting, metrics / scorecard development and period close activities.  This role interacts with various levels of finance and cross functional partners in addition to managing a team of analysts.

Position Responsibilities

Serve as a business partner for general management team to assess business needs, resolve risks and identify opportunitiesDevelop team/staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting and training employees; includes developing personal growth opportunities for both staff and self, providing timely feedback and mentoring to the wider organizationLead the preparation and compilation of the annual operating plan (AOP) and strategic plan for assigned portfolioUpdate the monthly forecast for assigned portfolio and communicate changes to business partners by providing specific, actionable and forward-looking commentary/ guidance on potential riskParticipate in monthly consensus meetings on items such as volume, trade, advertising and promotional spendingLead month-end/quarter-end close activities to ensure completion of assigned tasks, including identification and resolution of unusual items and issuesProvide comprehensive financial analysis and models for requests (product development, customer analysis, competitive analysis, pricing, etc.)Evaluate and deliver periodic metrics, scorecards and reportsResponsible for project work that will rotate and cut across several different financial disciplines including FP&A, new product development, manufacturing investments and in-market promotional investmentsInteractions and analysis with M&A team as portfolio of brands evolvesCandidate will need to demonstrate a high degree of agility and the ability to build cross-functional relationships (within Finance and outside of Finance) driven by the project needs

Position Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or business related discipline requiredMinimum 7 years of professional general business and financial experiencePrevious experience managing people requiredExperience in P&L management, along with knowledge of financial systems and general accounting conceptsDemonstrated ability to work across multiple departments to complete a project or resolve an organizational challengeExperience with Power BI preferredAt this time, we require applicants for this role to be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Number of Days in Office: 3

Relocation assistance is available for this position. Preference will be given to local candidates.

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Compensation: 

Pay Range:$104,000-$152,000

The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Our Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursementWealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase planGrowth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursementBalance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

Our Company:

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye ®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.

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