Manager, Finance Business Partner

Aon; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Aon in Chicago is seeking a seasoned FP&A professional to partner with Finance and cross-functional teams. You will lead long-term planning, annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and variance analysis to drive strategic decisions.

You will ensure data integrity, deliver regular financial reporting to Executive Management, support SOX controls, and promote process improvements through automation and standardization. Strong communication and collaboration are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting / Finance.
• 6+ years of related work experience / FP&A experience (Forecasting, Planning and Analysis).
• Proficient with MS Excel and PowerPoint; experience in Workday GL and TM1 a plus. Ability to learn other financial systems.
• Results driven, analytical, self-motivated team player with ability to independently resolve issues and problem solve successfully while working on multiple priorities.
• Accuracy, thoroughness and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with business partners.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Finance community to align financial goals with business priorities.
• Lead long-term planning, annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Perform in-depth reviews of monthly forecasted financials to support initiatives.
• Ensure integrity and accuracy of financial data, forecasts, and reporting.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls, policies, and governance.
• Develop and deliver regular financial reporting and presentations to Executive Management.
• Assist with executive level presentations on results and KPIs.
• Coordinate deliverables for SOX controls and external audit.
• Lead initiatives to improve financial processes and systems, promoting automation and standardization.
• Become a subject matter expert and mentor teammates.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting / Finance

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Workday GL

TM1

Job description

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

• Partner with Finance community (Corporate Finance, Controllership, Tax, Governance), collaborate with offshore finance resources and lasse with Sales/Brokers, Operations/Accounting, HR, and other functions to align financial goals with business priorities.
• Lead long-term planning, annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, monthly actuals variance analysis and processes.
• Perform in-depth reviews and evaluations of monthly forecasted financials to support operational and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure integrity, consistency, and accuracy of financial data, forecasts, and reporting and communicate complex financial concepts in a clear and actionable manner.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and governance requirements.
• Develop and deliver regular financial reporting and presentation materials to Executive Management to help evaluate and forecast business financial performance; provide presentations of consolidated data with actionable insights and help formulate strategies to drive improved financial results.
• Assist with executive level presentations that provide insights on monthly, quarterly and full year results as well as performance against key operating metrics.
• Coordinate deliverables for SOX controls and external audit.
• Lead initiatives to improve financial processes and systems, enhancing overall efficiency and accuracy. Promote continuous improvement through automation, standardization, and innovation.
• Become subject matter expert in the assigned area of responsibility with the ability to independently handle and resolve complex issues.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture. Participate in talent development opportunities including training and mentoring. Prioritize self-development and continuous learning responsibilities.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting / Finance.
• 6+ years of related work experience / FP&A experience (Forecasting, Planning and Analysis) preferred.
• Proficient with MS Excel and PowerPoint; experience in Workday GL and TM1 a plus. Ability to learn other financial systems.
• Results driven, analytical, self-motivated team player with ability to independently resolve issues and problem solve successfully while working on multiple priorities.
• Accuracy, thoroughness and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with business partners.

For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.

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

Pay Transparency Laws

The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $110,000 - $125,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.

The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Chicago, Illinois. The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.

This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon's annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.

Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon's discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts,employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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