Manager, Innovation Finance at Hershey

Manager, Innovation Finance

At The Hershey Company, our culture is rooted in purpose and inspired by Milton Hershey's enduring vision that business should create opportunity for others. Through our commitment to corporate philanthropy, we create positive impact by supporting communities, helping children thrive, and operating as a business for good. This includes our deep and long standing partnership with Milton Hershey School, where we invest in education, workforce readiness, and hands on engagement to help students succeed beyond the classroom. Supported by strategic grantmaking, product donations, cross brand collaboration, and strong employee volunteerism, Hershey offers a place to work where making a differencelocally and globallyis part of how we do business every day.

The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) is an industry-leading snacks company known for making more moments of goodness through its iconic brands. With a strong portfolio across chocolate, confectionery, and salty snacks, Hershey delights consumers every day. Our beloved brands include Hershey's, Reese's, KitKat, Dots Pretzels, Lesser Evil, Jolly Rancher, Twizzlers, Ice Breakers, and more. At Hershey, we are committed to making a meaningful difference in the communities where we live, work, and do business. This commitment originated with our founder, Milton Hershey, and continues to shape who we are today. Guided by our employee value proposition, Lead Today. Create Tomorrow, we empower our people to drive impact now while shaping what comes next. Our One Hershey mindset brings teams together across functions, geographies, and businesses, enabling us to operate with speed, collaboration, and shared purpose. The Hershey Company is proud to be recognized as a top employer in the United States, reflecting our commitment to our people, culture, and purpose.

How will you fit in the big picture? The Manager, Innovation Finance will lead financial analysis for ONE Hershey innovation across CMG, Salty, and Functional Snacking, helping shape strategic decisions through clear, concise financial storytelling. In this role, you will lead and coach a team of four analysts, partner cross-functionally with key business partners, and influence leadership decisions by identifying P&L opportunities that support profitable, sustainable growth.

Accountabilities

• Lead and develop a team of analysts responsible for preparing Innovation P&Ls, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery to cross-functional partners.
• Provide strategic guidance and analytical rigor on key innovation projects, anticipating leadership questions and shaping assumptions, analysis, and recommendations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams across Project Management, Marketing, Operations, Business Development, Engineering, and other areas to identify P&L opportunities and influence innovation decisions.
• Own mix reporting end-to-end, translating results into insights that increase visibility into financial implications and support continued profitable growth.
• Translate complex financial data into clear, concise, and relevant stories for stakeholders, leveraging advanced PowerPoint and think-cell skills while streamlining and automating where possible.

Minimum Education & Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years of business experience in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills and business/financial acumen, with the ability to drive P&L insights.
• Ability to produce accurate results and set direction for a team in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.
• Ability to influence cross-functional partners and senior leaders through clear financial insights and strategic recommendations.
• Advanced proficiency in think-cell within PowerPoint, with the ability to tell a clear, concise, and relevant story for stakeholders.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including above-average Excel skills.

Benefits and Perks

At Hershey, we offer competitive pay and a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your wellbeing, financial security, and life outside of work.

Health & Wellbeing: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus wellness programs that support your physical and mental health

Financial Security: Competitive pay, annual incentive opportunities, and a 401(k) with company match

Time Off & Flexibility: Paid time off, company holidays, and flexible ways of working where applicable

Growth & Development: Career development programs, learning opportunities, and internal mobility

Benefits may vary based on role, location, and eligibility.