Job Description

About the Job

We have an excellent opportunity available for a Head of FP&A to make a difference at Kraft Heinz. The role of the Head of FP&A lies within the WEEM region (West and East Emerging markets). You’ll be working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. Get ready for a lot of interactions with several stakeholders in the markets as well as exposure to the Senior leadership team of the company. A very dynamic and fast-moving environment incorporating a 360 view of the business.

Job summary

As the Head of FP&A, you will play a critical role in driving financial planning and analysis for our company. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to provide strategic insights and recommendations that support business decisions and drive financial performance.

A key success factor for this role is the ability to lead complex process planning projects involving multiple stakeholders across different geographies and time zones. Strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to influence and guide diverse teams—even those more senior than yourself—are essential. While technical expertise is highly valued, success in this role comes from combining analytical strength with the ability to collaborate effectively and align stakeholders toward common goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead planning and analysis for the zone, including monthly and annual business cycles (Strategic plan / annual budget).

• Own P&L, Cash forecasting and Zero‑Based Budgeting (ZBB); drive the monthly close and forecasting cadence to deliver timely, accurate results. Collaborate with Accounting & Financial controlling to ensure accurate financial reporting, controls and month‑end close activities.

• Develop and maintain driver‑based financial models and scenario analyses to support decision-making.

• Partner with business and functional leaders to define, monitor and report on KPIs; deliver actionable variance analysis and recommendations.

• Elevate financial storytelling and executive communications for leadership forums and steering committees.

• Lead transformation initiatives with Global FP&A and GBS to simplify processes, increase automation and advance analytics adoption.

• Prepare business cases and ad‑hoc analysis to support senior leadership and strategic initiatives.

• Coach country FP&A leads; establish common standards, governance and a data‑driven decision framework across the zone.

• Manage and develop a high‑performing FP&A team (4 direct reports).

• Drive cross-functional process planning projects, ensuring alignment among stakeholders across multiple geographies and time zones. Communicate clearly, organize effectively, and lead with influence to deliver results in complex, matrixed environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business, Economics or related field;

• 7+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in a corporate setting.

• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.

• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and Microsoft Excel.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to lead and influence diverse stakeholders across regions and seniority levels.

• Proven track record of driving financial performance and identifying areas for improvement.

Location(s)

• São Paulo
• Eldorado

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.