Finance Manager, Joint Venture – TKHNC

  • All Posting Locations: Chicago, IL, US
  • Job Functions: Finance
  • Date Published: August 26, 2025
  • Ref#: R-95963

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About the Role

Job Description

Position Summary:

 

The Finance Manager joins The Kraft Heinz Not Company (TKHNC) joint venture formed by Kraft Heinz and The Not Company to develop superior plant-based versions of co-branded products at a level of speed, taste, quality, and scale yet to be seen in the industry. NotCo brings its patented, first-of-its-kind technology and proven artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, while Kraft Heinz offers its iconic brand portfolio and scale.

 

To achieve our big ambitions, we are building a team that brings unique perspectives and skills. When we come together, we are a fast-paced, consumer-first, and product-centric company that will satisfy our customers and consumers with delicious plant-based alternatives to your favorite Kraft Heinz products. We are looking forward to starting this journey with you!

 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Partners closely with the TKHNC CFO, General Manager, and cross-functional partners to build and maintain key financial reporting, planning and analysis tools, including identifying levers, goals, and actions to achieve short and long-term business performance KPIs
  • Leads period-close and forecasting routines & rituals in relation to financial performance, validating drivers and influencing business decisions
  • Develops, manages, influences and presents Monthly Business Reviews (MBR), Board of Directors (BOD) materials, and corporate governance processes, not limited to defining calendars, and agendas
  • Maintains category P&Ls across several key categories (e.g. Mac & Cheese, Cream Cheese, Mayo and Meat Alternatives), including unit P&Ls inputs, while accounting for and adjusting for evolving business changes
  • Analyzes capital & cash performance, with a clear understanding of the nature of cash inflows/outflows- respective accruals
  • Models financial impact of strategic leads/recommendations to turn clear financial insights into results
  • Leverages financial insights to bring strategic scenario planning and modeling to help accelerate growth
  • Takes ownership over ad hoc requests and analyses to drive financial performance

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in quantitative based field (e.g., Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering); MBA or CPA preferred
  • 5+ years of relevant financial experience in Corporate Finance, FP&A, Accounting, Strategy, Consulting, Entrepreneurial/Start-up or similar required
  • Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry experience preferred
  • Strong experience with Microsoft products (e.g., Teams, Excel, PowerPoint), Oracle (e.g., Single-Source of Truth (SST) Smartview, Tableau, FiT), and SAP suites (e.g., BOI, BI, BEX)

 

Behavioral Profile:

  • Demonstrated strong financial and analytical skills, as well as broad business acumen
  • Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Ability to work in an evolving environment, managing multiple projects concurrently with limited direct supervision
  • Ability to recognize opportunities to simplify processes and create efficiencies.
  • Ability to influence by building trust through strong communication and analysis.
  • Strives to build cross-functional relationships with senior leaders and within peer groups
  • Team player who brings positive attitude, energy and sense of urgency
  • Coachable, open to feedback, change and evolving responsibilities

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:

$102,100.00 – $127,600.00

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.

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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.

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