Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company (HE&R) is an award-winning entertainment & hospitality organization with properties including: Hersheypark, The Hotel Hershey, Hershey Lodge, Giant Center, Restaurants, and more. Our team members share a common goal of upholding the legacy of our founder, Milton S. Hershey, while striving to live by our company's Core Values: Devoted to the Legacy, Selfless Spirit of Service, Team Focused, and Respectful of Others. Hershey Entertainment & Resorts is committed to cultivating diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce, marketplace, and community, and is proud to help fulfill the dream of our founder by providing value to Milton Hershey School.

The Director of Financial Technology Transformation will lead the successful implementation and evolution of finance and accounting systems throughout the enterprise.  This role demands a deep understanding of best practices in business processes integrated with financial systems, and a proven track record of deploying new technologies in dynamic and diverse environments.

As a Full-Time Team Member, you will enjoy sweet perks like FREE admission to Hersheypark, discounts, and more as soon as you receive your Employee ID! Your total compensation consists not only of the wage that you are paid, but also includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage beginning the first day of the next month after you begin working, 401K Contribution, paid time off, and so much more!

Job Duties (Duties marked with an asterisk are essential functions of this job):

Lead the replacement of a legacy financial system with a modern ERP/Financial Management system technology, managing the project from start to finish.

Provide comprehensive project management and oversight, including development of project plans, schedules, task management, resource planning, and status communication to stakeholders and Senior Management.

Lead ongoing transformational initiatives and continuous process improvement efforts across the business.

Oversee and manage documentation of business requirements, functional requirements/specifications, interface requirements, data conversion requirements, implementation requirements, use cases, scope changes, and design documentation.

Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks and issues throughout the implementation of financial technology solutions.

Identify enhancements to streamline business processes and improve internal controls.

Assign and delegate work assignments to project team members, motivating staff and ensuring focus on quality, timeliness, and scope.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software or systems engineering, accounting, business, or other technology-related fields preferred.

7+ years project management experience, with demonstrated ability to effectively direct, coordinate, and follow up with team members to ensure timely completion of project deliverables through all phases of a project life cycle.

PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent certification is a plus.

Valid Driver’s License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong interpersonal skills including conflict resolution and managing stakeholder satisfaction.

Excellent communication (verbal and written), organization, presentation, and planning skills.

Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously when faced with tight deadlines.

Strong understanding of accounting and finance concepts and principles

Experience managing, supporting, developing, and/or analyzing ERP or related applications.

Experience with ERP system, system configuration, and/or best practices.

Knowledge of project management best practices and experience in project management methodologies as well as application development and deployment.

Commitment to improving internal practices.

Proven ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Job Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

Finger Dexterity Frequent (34-66%)

Sitting Constant (>67%)

Standing Occasional (<33%)

Walking Occasional (<33%)

This job requires the visual ability to perform detailed work at close distances (computer screens, accounting ledgers, using measurement devices).

This job regularly requires verbal communication of detailed information to others either by phone or in person.

Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers (Repetitive motion).

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer