Finance Manager- Manufacturer- Skokie

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Job description

I'm partnered with the CFO and CEO at a $30M manufacturer located near Des Plaines, IL. My client is in high growth mode and are looking to bring on a FP&A Manager to their business to implement projects and initiatives within varying levels of the business.

The FP&A Manager will have the full support of the executive leadership team to pursue strategic process improvements within the business to maximize financial performance.

The FP&A Manager will oversee the budgeting and forecasting process, financial reporting, financial analysis, and lead cross collaboration efforts with leaders across the business in procurement, supply chain, operations, marketing, R&D, et

Client Details

I'm partnered with the CFO and CEO at a $30M manufacturer located near Carol Stream, IL. My client is in high growth mode and are looking to bring on a FP&A Manager to their business to implement projects and initiatives within varying levels of the business.

The FP&A Manager will have the full support of the executive leadership team to pursue strategic process improvements within the business to maximize financial performance.

The FP&A Manager will oversee the budgeting and forecasting process, financial reporting, financial analysis, and lead cross collaboration efforts with leaders across the business in procurement, supply chain, operations, marketing, R&D, etc.

Description

• Develop and manage the company's financial planning process, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
• Collaborate with department heads and senior management to establish financial goals, objectives, and strategies.
• Prepare and present financial reports, variance analysis, and financial forecasts to senior management and stakeholders.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support strategic decision-making, identify trends, and assess business performance.
• Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), financial metrics, and operational data to provide insights into business performance.
• Evaluate investment opportunities, capital expenditures, and potential business initiatives to assess their financial impact and viability.
• Prepare and distribute regular management reports, dashboards, and financial presentations to communicate financial performance, trends, and insights.
• Monitor and analyze financial results against budget, forecast, and prior periods, and provide recommendations for corrective actions as needed.
• Develop and maintain financial models and analytical tools to support financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities.
• Provide financial support and analysis for strategic initiatives, business planning, and decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate business opportunities, assess risks, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Participate in strategic planning sessions, investment reviews, and business performance reviews to drive continuous improvement and value creation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance financial processes, systems, and reporting capabilities.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and optimize financial planning and analysis activities.

Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting (MBA is a plus!)
• 5+ years of experience in Finance
• Previous FP&A work required
• Reporting system experience (SAP, Oracle, PowerBI, etc.)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience interacting with senior leadership

Job Offer

• Above market compensation
• Strong benefits (401k match, medical, dental, vision insurance, PTO, etc.)
• Highly visible role, work directly with the CFO, CEO and VP of Finance
• Gain global exposure from a leading, growing company in their niche
• Long term career progression - this role is newly open due to growth!

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