Group Lead, IT - Finance Capabilities

Kraft Heinz; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 142,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

7% 401(k) matching

BRGs for inclusion

Job summary

Kraft Heinz is seeking a Group Lead, IT - Finance Capabilities to lead Enterprise Performance Management initiatives within Global Controllership. You will partner with finance and technology leaders to modernize consolidation, external reporting, close, and controls processes, implementing SAP Group Reporting as the replacement for Oracle HFM.

You will guide roadmap development, drive scale across the finance technology stack, and lead a high-performing team to deliver measurable business

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Finance, Financial Systems, IT, or Finance Transformation.
• Strong track record in large-scale EPM implementations and enterprise technology transformations.
• Experience leading technology teams in a DevOps or product delivery environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior stakeholders to align priorities and investments.
• Shape the roadmap for Enterprise Performance Management capabilities.
• Oversee SAP Group Reporting and Oracle HFM implementations and upgrades.
• Translate business requirements into integrated tech solutions delivering measurable value.
• Lead platform lifecycle activities and mentor a high-performing team.

Skills

EPM implementations

SAP Group Reporting

Oracle HFM

Finance transformation

Stakeholder management

Tools

SAP Group Reporting

Oracle HFM

SAP S/4 HANA

Oracle ePBCS

Snowflake

Job description

Job Description Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits* and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7% 401(k) matching, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus.

• Benefits begin immediately upon hire for salaried employees.

Job Description Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits* and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7% 401(k) matching, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus.

• Benefits begin immediately upon hire for salaried employees.

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Group Lead, IT - Finance Capabilities at a glance...

You will play a key role in shaping and delivering the technology capabilities that support Enterprise Performance Management for the Global Controllership organization. This role partners closely with finance and technology leaders to enhance and modernize solutions across consolidation, external reporting, close, internal audit, internal controls and related finance processes. You will be leading the implementation of SAP Group Reporting as the replacement for Oracle HFM, while supporting broader finance transformation through process harmonization, systems integration, and modern EPM capabilities.

What's on the menu?

• Partner with Global Controllership Capability Owners and senior stakeholders to align business priorities, planning needs, and technology investments.
• Help shape the roadmap for Enterprise Performance Management capabilities, with a focus on scalable, reliable solutions across consolidation, external reporting, financial planning, controls, and executive business reviews.
• Support end-to-end ownership of Enterprise Performance Management solutions across the finance technology landscape, primarily SAP Group Reporting and Oracle HFM. Beneficial experience includes SAP S/4 HANA, Oracle ePBCS, Snowflake and related platforms.
• Translate business requirements into integrated technology solutions that deliver measurable operational and financial value.
• Bring strong understanding of financial close, consolidation, external reporting, and ERP-to-EPM integration processes to drive effective solutions.
• Lead evaluation of capability gaps and recommend the best path forward through build, buy, scale, or transformation approaches.
• Lead platform lifecycle activities, including enhancements, upgrades, vendor coordination, and continuous optimization to ensure finance platforms are scalable, secure, reliable, and able to support evolving business needs.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team across technology delivery and support while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.

• I have 10+ years of experience across Finance, Financial Systems, Information Technology, and/or Finance Transformation, with a strong track record leading large-scale EPM implementations and enterprise technology transformations.
• I have Functional Accounting or Finance experience, with a strong understanding of financial close, consolidation, external reporting, and financial planning processes.
• I have experience leading technology teams in a DevOps or product delivery environment, while balancing competing priorities and developing talent across different skill levels.
• I have strong knowledge of enterprise architecture, systems integration, cloud platforms, APIs, and data management, along with the ability to connect technology capabilities to business priorities.
• I have strong stakeholder management, change leadership, and organizational transformation experience.

Please note: This job posting is just a preview of the full scope of the position. A comprehensive job description will be shared.

We hope to find you a seat at our table!

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range $141,500.00 - $176,900.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

Benefits You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s) Chicago/Aon Center

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [e-mail] for assistance.