Financial Analyst, Business Acceleration

Brunswick; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Competitive benefits package

401k matching

Health Savings Account

Product purchase discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Brunswick Corporation’s Business Acceleration division is seeking a Financial Analyst to support financial planning, reporting and analysis across the organization. Based at Brunswick’s corporate office in Mettawa, IL, this hybrid role collaborates with finance, accounting and business leaders to deliver accurate insights and drive better decisions.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and 2+ years of financial analysis or accounting experience, with strong Excel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of financial analysis and/or accounting experience.
• Advanced analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate and deliver accurate, timely financial reporting for Business Acceleration, ensuring data integrity and alignment with corporate reporting standards.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual business reviews by preparing clear, visually compelling materials that highlight trends, key performance drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly executive‑level presentations for senior management, translating financial results, key business drivers, and performance trends into clear, actionable insights.
• Coordinate the consolidation of annual budgets and monthly forecasts across the Business acceleration businesses and functional areas.
• Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying key variances, underlying drivers, and business impacts.
• Serve as a key finance liaison between Business Acceleration teams and Brunswick Corporate Finance to support monthly, quarterly and ad‑hoc reporting requirements.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline reporting processes, reduce manual effort, and improve reporting accuracy through automation, standardization, and improved tools.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support special projects that enable business performance evaluation and strategic decision‑making.

Skills

Financial analysis

Accounting experience

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Multitasking

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you ready for what’s next? Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation. Location: Mettawa, IL Workplace Category: Hybrid (3 days onsite) Travel Required: 0% Direct Reports: 0 Pay Range: $66,500 - $95,750 Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future. Relocation: None Innovation is the heart of Brunswick.

Position Overview:

Brunswick Corporation’s Business Acceleration division is focused on expanding boating participation and creating innovative experiences that connect more people to life on the water. As a apart of the talented finance team, the Financial Analyst will play a key role in supporting the division’s financial planning, reporting and analysis activities, including consolidating financial results, supporting budget, strategic plan and forecast processes, preparing executive-level reporting materials, fulfilling corporate reporting requirements, and advancing process improvements through automation and standardization. This role will partner closely with finance and accounting teams, cross‑functional business leaders, and Business Acceleration senior leadership to deliver accurate, actionable insights that improve reporting efficiency and support strategic decision‑making across the organization. The position reports to the Finance Manager and is based at Brunswick’s corporate office in Mettawa, Illinois. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions:

• Consolidate and deliver accurate, timely financial reporting for Business Acceleration, ensuring data integrity and alignment with corporate reporting standards.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual business reviews by preparing clear, visually compelling materials that highlight trends, key performance drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly executive‑level presentations for senior management, translating financial results, key business drivers, and performance trends into clear, actionable insights.
• Coordinate the consolidation of annual budgets and monthly forecasts across the Business acceleration businesses and functional areas.
• Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying key variances, underlying drivers, and business impacts.
• Serve as a key finance liaison between Business Acceleration teams and Brunswick Corporate Finance to support monthly, quarterly and ad‑hoc reporting requirements.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline reporting processes, reduce manual effort, and improve reporting accuracy through automation, standardization, and improved tools.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support special projects that enable business performance evaluation and strategic decision‑making.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of financial analysis and/or accounting experience.
• Advanced analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Experience with account reconciliations and journal entries.
• Experience supporting business leaders through financial analysis and decision‑making.
• Pricing, margin, and profitability analysis experience.
• Experience developing business cases and performing sensitivity analyses.
• Experience in manufacturing, consumer products, or similar industries.

Working Conditions:

Hybrid schedule with three days onsite in Mettawa, IL (Brunswick Corporate HQ) This position is full time (40‑hour work week). No travel required. Individual contributor role with no direct reports. The hiring range for this position is $66,500.00 - $95,750.00 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job‑related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high‑quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well‑being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be foundhere.

Why Brunswick:

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Business Acceleration:

Business Acceleration is focused on growing participation in boating and creating innovative experiences that connect more people to life on the water. As one of Brunswick’s growth divisions, we drive innovation, collaboration, and customer‑focused solutions that help shape the future of the marine industry. Join our team and be part of a dynamic organization dedicated to accelerating growth and delivering exceptional experiences for boaters worldwide.

Next is Now!

We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

Equal Opportunity Employer and Diversity Statement:

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

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#Brunswick Corporation For more information about EEO laws, - click here Brunswick Corporation participates in E-Verify as part of our commitment to a lawful and transparent hiring process. For additional information click here: https://www.brunswick.com/e-verify. Brunswick is a global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Our unique, technology-driven solutions are informed and inspired by deep consumer insights and powered by our belief that “Next Never Rests™”. Brunswick is dedicated to industry leadership, to being the best and most trusted partner to our many customers, and to building synergies and ecosystems that enable us to challenge convention and define the future. Innovative, driven, exceptional, authentic and united, these values represent our Employee Value Proposition and are at the heart of how we work together and what differentiates us as an employer of choice.