At Ferrara, Ferrero, Fox’s Burton’s, and The Fine Biscuits Company, we’re loved by people of all generations for the joy we bring—and that joy is crafted by our people. Join us and explore a whole world to discover, where your passion will find its place.

Today, Ferrara is the #1 sugar confectioner in the U.S, with global sales in more than 40 countries. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of over 9,000 employees around the world who deliver and create hundreds of iconic and beloved products.

In the U.S., more than 67 million households annually enjoy our popular brands like NERDS®, Brach’s®, Jelly Belly®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli®. In Brazil, Dori has become a household name with snacking products that include brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100. And, in France, Carambar & Co have earned generations of loyal customers through the timeless appeal of iconic candy and chocolate brands such as Carambar, Lutti, Krema, Poulain, Vichy and Terry’s. A privately held company, Ferrara Group is headquartered in Chicago. Ferrara boasts a network of over 30 locations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia Pacific that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities.

Manager, FP&A Financial Systems

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?

As Ferrara has grown through acquisitions, technology upgrades, and an increasing need for enhanced analytics and efficiency, the company is creating a new role to own the daily maintenance and evolution of its finance technology stack. With the growing complexity of the Ferrara Group (FCC + JB + Dori + CPK), this position closes an identified gap in expertise and provides the incremental support the business needs.

The Financial Systems FP&A Manager will oversee the Oracle EPM applications EPBCS (planning and budgeting) and PCM (profitability and cost allocation), and will support the FP&A processes and cross-functional integration required for accurate forecasting, planning, and reporting. This is a hybrid role: the successful candidate combines deep Oracle EPM technical expertise with a strong understanding of business needs and financial impact.

Ways you will make a difference

• Design, develop, and govern Ferrara's finance systems and applications, including managing the translation and transformation of data via SAP S/4HANA.
• Oversee the design, support, and technology governance of Oracle EPM applications (EPBCS and PCM).
• Lead projects and manage deliverables related to enhancements, new integrations, and process improvements within Oracle EPM.
• Advise leadership on target-state finance architecture and the roadmap for modernization.
• Identify and implement AI-enabled capabilities within Oracle EPM forecasting and reporting.
• Collaborate with Finance, IT, and external consultants to ensure on-time delivery of Actuals, Forecasts, and Budgets.
• Oversee user security and metadata management across Oracle EPM tools.
• Manage data integration, mappings, and calculation scripts within the EPBCS and PCM platforms.
• Manage the relationship with, and track deliverables of, Ferrara's managed services provider (Peloton).
• Develop training for end users and provide hands-on support for help desk tickets and ad hoc questions.
• Ensure financial accuracy and reconciliation across reporting systems, including alignment with SAP and Oracle EPM FCCS (consolidations and close).
• Support any future financial systems integration activity related to acquisitions or divestitures.

Skills that will make you successful

• SAP experience is a plus.
• Combined background in Accounting/Finance and Financial Systems required.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects independently.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly and independently.
• Highly analytical, with the ability to take on complex technical challenges and develop practical solutions.
• A proactive, will-do attitude and strong intellectual curiosity.

Experiences that will support your success

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 7–10 years of relevant work experience.
• 5–7 years of experience implementing or supporting Oracle EPM applications; hands-on experience with EPBCS and PCM required.
• Experience with EDM and FCCS is a plus.

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-Benefits-Resource-Center

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $102,075 - $142,905 annually.

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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