Remote Finance & Strategy Manager — Central & West

Michael Page; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote flexibility

Career growth

Executive visibility

Acquisition integrations

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Finance & Strategic Operations Manager to lead all accounting and finance activities for the Central & West region of a $250M organization, ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and coordination with international headquarters.

This fully remote position involves 10-15% travel across the Central and Western regions, partnering with business leaders and global teams to drive planning, budgeting, and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience in a private equity organization or private-equity backed organization.
• Manufacturing industry experience.
• Strong accounting foundation with blended accounting + finance capabilities.
• Experience working within an international organization.
• Solid knowledge of GAAP, and familiarity with IFRS.
• Ability to work effectively with global teams and executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close activities for the Central Region of 7-10 offices.
• Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Coordinate financial consolidation, reporting, and intercompany activities with global headquarters.
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial planning cycles.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international tax and reporting requirements.
• Manage cash flow, treasury activities, and banking relationships.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, policies, and financial processes.
• Work with external auditors and third‑party advisors.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic and operational decisions.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a U.S.-based accounting team.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

IFRS familiarity

US GAAP

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Michael Page is seeking a Finance & Strategic Operations Manager to lead all accounting and finance activities for the Central & West region of a $250M organization, ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and coordination with international headquarters.

This fully remote position involves 10-15% travel across the Central and Western regions, partnering with business leaders and global teams to drive planning, budgeting, and controls.