Manager of FP&A- Remote

LHH; Illinois; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing private-equity-backed organization is seeking a Manager of FP&A to support its expanding portfolio and growth initiatives. The role involves financial analysis, profitability assessments, and budgeting, acting as a key partner to General Managers. This remote-based position includes 15-20% travel and requires 5+ years of FP&A experience and advanced Excel skills. Ideal for self-starters with strong communication abilities. Apply directly or send your resume for consideration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive FP&A or related finance experience.
• Strong core FP&A skills including forecasting and financial modeling.
• Self-starter mindset comfortable with independent work.

Responsibilities

• Partner with General Managers for forecasting and budgeting.
• Analyze profitability and operational performance across locations.
• Translate financial results into insights for various stakeholders.

Skills

FP&A

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Excellent communication

Tools

Excel

Job description

A growing private‑equity‑backed organization is seeking a Manager of FP&A to support its expanding portfolio of brand locations and enterprise growth initiatives. This is a newly created role as the company continues to invest in building a high‑caliber finance organization to support scale, performance, and disciplined growth.

The finance team is a small, close‑knit group of high‑performing finance and accounting professionals who bring best‑in‑class experience from mid‑to large‑scale organizations into a fast‑moving growth environment. This role reports to the Director of FP&A, who is based in the Chicago area and we recently placed as part of the company’s continued investment in finance leadership.

The Manager of FP&A will serve as a key finance business partner to General Managers across brand locations, supporting forecasting, profitability analysis, and performance against targets, while also contributing to enterprise‑level analysis across the broader network of companies.

This position is remote‑based with approximately 15–20% travel to brand locations and a Midwest headquarters. The role is intentionally focused on Chicago‑area candidates due to leadership presence, local brand density, and centralized access across the organization’s footprint.

Key Responsibilities

FP&A Support for Brand Locations

Partner directly with General Managers and field leadership to support forecasting, budgeting, and performance management at the brand and location level. Ensure leaders understand financial expectations, performance drivers, and progress against targets.

Profitability & Performance Analysis

Analyze profitability, cost drivers, and operational performance across locations. Provide insights to help leadership identify opportunities for improvement, efficiency, and sustainable growth.

Business Partnering & Financial Communication

Act as a trusted finance partner to both field and corporate stakeholders. Translate financial results into clear, actionable insights tailored to a range of audiences, from operational leaders to senior management.

Support company‑wide financial analysis related to growth initiatives, trends, and performance across the broader network of companies. Contribute to strategic and ad hoc projects that inform investment, expansion, and operational decisions.

Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, and analytical tools using advanced Excel skills. Operate in a highly hands‑on capacity, building analyses from the ground up in a lean, high‑impact finance environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive FP&A or related finance experience
• Exposure to project‑based accounting, project analysis, or manufacturing costing strongly valued
• Strong core FP&A skills including forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling
• Advanced Excel skills and willingness to be very hands‑on
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt to both field‑based and corporate business partners
• Demonstrated history of job stability, progression within organizations, and increasing responsibility
• Strong educational background and experience with reputable companies preferred
• Self‑starter mindset with comfort operating independently while collaborating with a high‑performing team

Remote‑based role with approximately 15–20% travel to brand locations and Midwest headquarters. Travel will include visits to both coastal locations and the Midwest. Preference for candidates located in the Chicagoland area.

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• California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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