Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Ryan LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Award-winning culture

PTO

Paid parental leave (14 weeks)

Gym reimbursement

Eligibility Day One benefits

401K with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Fertility assistance

Sabbatical after five years

Job summary

Ryan, LLC is seeking a Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis in Chicago to lead forecasts, the annual budget, variance analysis, and special projects. You will support the Director of FP&A and provide senior management with financial insights, packages, and presentations that drive strategic decision making.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and 5–7 years related experience, proven leadership, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with 5–7 years of related experience.
• Proven leadership and ability to drive analyses and decisions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; experience with FP&A processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead forecasting, annual budgeting, and variance analysis for the enterprise.
• Prepare financial packages and presentations for senior management and board reviews.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic initiatives.
• Drive ROI analyses for acquisitions, expansions, and new initiatives.
• Mentor junior FP&A staff and ensure data integrity across reports.

Skills

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

AI technologies

Job description

Why Ryan?

• Hybrid Work Options


• Award-Winning Culture


• Generous Personal Time Off (PTO)


• Benefits 14-Weeks of 100% Paid Leave for New Parents (Adoption Included)


• Monthly Gym Membership Reimbursement OR Gym Equipment Reimbursement


• Benefits Eligibility Effective Day One


• 401K with Employer Match


• Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service


• Fertility Assistance Program


• Four-Week Company-Paid Sabbatical Eligibility After Five Years of Service

The Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis helps manage the company’s financial forecasts, annual budgeting process, operating plan variance analysis, and special projects. The Manager supports the Director of FP&A and assists in providing financial consulting and strategic support to senior management, including routine analytical reviews of company financial and operational performance, preparation of financial packages and presentations, revenue and expense analyses, and other projects requested by the Director of FP&A and/or senior management. The FP&A group acts as the analytical engine of the company to provide insights and support “optimal” business decision making.

Duties and responsibilities, as they align to Ryan’s Key Results

• People: Create a positive team member experience. May supervise Financial Analyst(s).


• Client: Supports senior management, region leaders, and Practice Leaders with in-depth analyses. Prepares and delivers presentations to the Ryan Board of Directors and senior management teams. Meets with division presidents and practice leads to discuss monthly financials and assist with analysis that may affect financials.


• Value: Analyzes current and past trends of key performance indicators, highlighting issues and causes of unexpected variances. Manages governance of FP&A reporting, standards and tools to ensure integrity and consistency of work products. Manages changes to GL metadata and financial hierarchy to ensure alignment across department, reporting & systems. Designs and develops monthly and/or quarterly financial reports and prepares variance analysis against annual and quarterly budget and prior periods. Manages consolidation, report development, and modeling for annual budging and quarterly forecasting processes. Maintain and enhance the design of FP&A reporting and process by leveraged corporate performance management tool. Analyzes complex financial information and reports (including all areas of revenue, expenses, and capital expenditures). Provides accurate and timely financial recommendations to management for decision-making purposes. Prepares presentations in support of board and shareholder meetings, monthly/quarterly senior leadership meetings and various strategic committees of the company. Manages the continued development of budgeting, financial forecasting, operating plan, and modeling tools. Use business intelligence tools and dashboard reports to develop insights and analysis. Proactively looks to improve performance by evaluating processes to drive efficiencies and understand return on investment (ROI) in new acquisitions, practice areas, and international expansions. Develops financial models and analyses to support strategic initiatives. Performs ad-hoc reporting and analysis, other projects as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) or equivalent in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university, at least 5-7 years related experience.


• Proven experience successfully leading a team.


• Must be able to perform complex analysis.


• Must be articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Must be able to think creatively.


• Must be highly driven, and self‑motivated with a demonstrated ability to roll up sleeves and work with team members in a hands‑on management capacity.


• Experience in an international professional services environment preferred.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have advanced skills, in Microsoft® Excel, PowerPoint, and AI technologies. Experience using accounting software is preferred.

Certificates and Licenses

• Valid driver's license required.


• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May directly supervise employees on the FP&A team.


• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Firm’s policies and applicable laws.

Compensation Pay Transparency

For Illinois based roles, the base salary hiring range for this position is $115,000.00 - $158,000.00.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ryan offers outstanding opportunities to work in a dynamic, rapidly expanding tax services firm serving the world’s most respected Global 5000 companies. Our innovative work environment, accelerated growth path for high performers, competitive benefits package, and outstanding earning potential provide the most rewarding career experience available in the industry. Ryan employees are given the freedom to do their best work in the way they work best. With a clear understanding of expectations and accountabilities, our employees are given ownership of their time and flexibility to meet the demands of their professional and personal lives.

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Ryan LLC (i.e., H1‑B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status).

Job duties related to this role are to be conducted in a manner that adheres to privacy laws, as well as follows internal governance related to protecting confidential information and trade secrets, and to securing data and company records.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Accommodation

Ryan, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. It is our policy to take all employment actions and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability, military status, status as a disabled or other protected veteran or any other protected status under applicable law. It is Ryan's policy to make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

*Notice to Canada Candidates – In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Canadian Human Rights Act, Ryan ULC will provide accommodation, accessible formats and communication supports for the interview upon request.Ryan welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities*.

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