Senior Finance Manager

Loyalty Rules; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 154,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company contributions

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Kellanova is seeking a Senior Finance Manager for Tasty & Wholesome in a hybrid Chicago-based role. You will lead the financial strategy for brands like Pop-Tarts or Eggo, partnering with cross-functional teams to align forecasts with business goals and drive long-term value creation.

You will report to the Director of Finance, Tasty & Wholesome, and own governance and reporting across the USA and Canada. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and strong Finance Partnership experience in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Finance Business Partnership experience; Marketing/Sales/Brand Finance experience valued.
• CPG/Food/Bev experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Proven track record influencing senior leaders and driving performance.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic partner to cross-functional teams with financial, operational, and analytical support.
• Develop and manage P&L budgeting and forecasting processes; communicate financial performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability and drive process efficiency.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and delivery of KPIs.

Skills

Finance partnership

CPG finance

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication

Influence senior leaders

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Mars Completes Acquisition of Kellanova Learn More

Country/Region: US

State: IL

City: Chicago

Workplace: Hybrid

Title: Senior Finance Manager

Description:

Accelerator is Mars Snacking's growth engine, focused on unlocking growth across high-potential categories and brands. Within Accelerator, the Better For You portfolio includes KIND®, RXBAR®, Nutri-Grain®, Special K Bars®, and Pure Organic® and within Tasty & Wholesome, the portfolio includes Eggo®, Rice Krispies Treats® and Pop Tarts®. Combining the scale of Mars with the agility of a growth business, we are driving innovation, accelerating performance, and transforming how we work through data, automation, and AI-enabled solutions.

As a Senior Finance Manager for Tasty & Wholesome, you are the finance lead for an iconic brand in the Mars Accelerator business. You will play a key role in shaping the future of our value creation journey in the short and long term across the USA and Canada. This role will own the financial strategy for our Pop‑Tarts or Eggo brands, giving you opportunities to refine our financial vision from day one. The position reports to the Director of Finance, Tasty & Wholesome.

A Taste of What You Will Be Doing

• Business Co-Pilot & Strategic Partner– Serve as a strategic thought partner to cross-functional teams, providing financial, operational, and analytical support. Collaborate closely with business leaders to align financial forecasts and targets with business objectives. Define the financial vision for the short and long term.
• Budgeting & Forecasting– Develop and manage P&L forecasting and budgeting processes. Review periodic results, create insights about emerging and ensure robust communication of financial performance.
• Value Creation & Continuous Improvement– Identify and drive opportunities to improve profitability and process efficiency. Lead special projects as assigned.
• Governance and Reporting– Ensure accurate and insightful financial reporting, as well as ownership and delivery of financial KPIs.

We're Looking for Someone With

• Bachelor’s degree
• Finance Business Partnership experience. Marketing/Sales/Brand Finance experience is highly valued.
• CPG/Food/Bev experience
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a dynamic environment
• Strong track record of influencing senior business leaders and driving performance outcomes
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills

Compensation

The annual salary range is $153,600 - $201,600 , which is based on various factors such as location, experience and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.

What’s Next

Applications for this position will be accepted through September 10, 2026. After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions is available. Part‑time employees may have access to benefits on a pro‑rated basis. See KellanovaTotalHealth.com for more information.

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email [e-mail].

Get to Know Us

We’ve always been driven to unleash the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our iconic, world‑class brands at Kellanova include Pringles, Cheez‑It, Pop‑Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Mars, Incorporated has acquired Kellanova in a transaction that brings together iconic brands, storied legacies and outstanding capabilities with a view to shape the future of snacking. You can learn more here, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.