Financial Manager (Operations Financial Planning & Analysis)

Knoll Inc.; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MillerKnoll is seeking a seasoned finance leader to drive FP&A activities across major business units. You will partner with executives to forecast, budget, and plan, turning complex data into actionable insights that improve profitability and efficiency.

This role requires strong analytical ability, excellent communication, and a track record of mentoring finance professionals in a fast-paced environment. Join a team shaping strategic investments and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, operations finance, or business‑facing finance roles.
• 2+ years of experience leading or mentoring finance professionals.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business unit and operations leaders to understand objectives and drive actions that improve financial results.
• Lead the development of forecasts, budgets, and long-range plans, ensuring alignment with strategy.
• Provide insights into drivers of performance, including cost, productivity, and profitability, and recommend actions.
• Analyze manufacturing/product line performance to identify trends and support data-driven decisions.
• Support strategic initiatives such as capital investments, cost optimization, and process improvements.
• Translate financial results into clear, actionable insights for leadership.

Skills

Business acumen

Influence & partnering

Analytical skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Process improvement

Financial systems

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting

MBA or CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Financial data tools

Standard software

Job description

Why join us?

Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Leads finance activities in support of major business units, product lines, or operational functions. Partners with business leaders to drive financial performance, support strategic decision‑making, and deliver actionable insights. Oversees forecasting, planning, and analysis activities, translating complex financial data into clear recommendations that improve operational and financial outcomes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Partner with business unit and operations leaders to understand objectives, evaluate performance, and drive actions that improve financial results

Lead the development of financial forecasts, budgets, and long-range plans, ensuring alignment with business strategy

Provide insights into key drivers of performance, including cost, productivity, and profitability, and recommend actions to address risks and opportunities

Analyze manufacturing and/or product line performance, identifying trends and supporting data-driven decision‑making

Support strategic initiatives such as capital investments, cost optimization, insourcing/outsourcing, and process improvements

Translate financial results into clear, actionable insights for leadership, enabling informed business decisions

Collaborate cross‑functionally with operations, supply chain, and other business partners to improve processes and deliver business outcome

Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting, and tools to enhance efficiency and insight generation

Ensure financial data integrity and alignment with company policies while maintaining a focus on enabling the business

Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives

Additional Essential Functions

Lead or participate in cross‑functional projects and initiatives aligned to business priorities

Influence and support change management efforts across the organization

Provide mentorship and professional development for team members

Contribute to enterprise‑wide finance initiatives and best practices

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Experience

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred

6+ years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, operations finance, or business‑facing finance roles

2+ years of experience leading or mentoring finance professionals

Skills and Abilities

Strong business acumen with the ability to connect financial results to operational performance

Proven ability to influence decisions and partner effectively with leaders at all levels

Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights

Strong communication skills, with experience presenting financial concepts to non‑financial audiences

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, results‑driven environment

Process‑oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and efficiency

Proficiency with financial systems, data tools, and standard business software

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We're committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities. This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.

In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].

MillerKnoll

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