Finance Manager: Strategic Forecasting & Analytics Lead

Follett Corporation; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Follett Corporation in Westchester, IL, is seeking a Manager of Finance to lead the finance team, deliver timely financial results, and drive forecasting and strategic planning. You will partner with leadership to support initiatives, perform advanced modeling, and guide operational planning.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 5–7 years of experience, and strong Excel and financial reporting skills; CPA/MBA preferred. Overtime may be required during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5–7 years of equivalent work experience required.
• CPA or MBA preferred.
• Advanced computer skills with MS Excel and financial reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Supports the forecast, strategic plan, and operating plan development with insights into key business drivers.
• Supports balance sheet and cash flow planning, forecasting, and monthly analysis.
• Applies business knowledge to identify opportunities to improve results.
• Performs financial modeling for existing and new initiatives.
• Conducts data mining to identify trends and drivers of performance.
• Prepares monthly reporting and business analysis to support enhancements.
• Drives outcomes by collaborating with other areas to solve issues.
• Trains and develops new team members on tasks and skills.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Strategic planning

Business partnering

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

MBA preferred

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Financial reporting systems

Job description

Follett Corporation in Westchester, IL, is seeking a Manager of Finance to lead the finance team, deliver timely financial results, and drive forecasting and strategic planning. You will partner with leadership to support initiatives, perform advanced modeling, and guide operational planning.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 5–7 years of experience, and strong Excel and financial reporting skills; CPA/MBA preferred. Overtime may be required during peak periods.