Senior Finance Manager, FP&A

Jobtailor

Illinois

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor in Illinois seeks a senior FP&A leader to partner with site, segment and division finance teams to support monthly operating reviews, annual plans, and long-range strategic plans. You will own division-level strategic financials, forecasts, and related schedules while driving improvements in FP&A processes and reporting cadence.

The role requires deep US GAAP knowledge, 8+ years in manufacturing finance, and strong collaboration with global leaders across functions and regions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience.
8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience in a manufacturing setting.
CPA preferred.
Strong manufacturing finance or cost accounting experience.
Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerBI skills.
Experience with SAP and OneStream preferred.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Strong communication and partnership with leaders across functions, levels, and regions.
Ability to work independently, collaborate effectively, and influence in a decentralized global environment.
Strong organization, discretion, and initiative.
Ability to travel as required, not exceeding 15%, including possible international travel.

Responsibilities

Partner with site, segment, and division finance teams to support monthly operating reviews, annual plans, and long-range strategic plans
Prepare division-level strategic financials, forecasts, and related schedules
Improve FP&A processes, tools, and timelines
Consolidate and analyze division financial results, forecasts, and strategic plan information
Identify risks, opportunities, trends, and alternatives for leadership decision-making
Develop monthly reporting packages, business reviews, and President’s Operating Review materials
Guide global FP&A activities across North America, Europe, and Asia, including actuals close, forecasting, and planning deliverables
Coordinate division and functional budgets
Lead consolidation of site budgets into a division-level financial plan
Track revenue and gross margin performance by business unit and product line
Standardize reporting tools, templates, and FP&A deliverables
Own the FP&A calendar and ensure timely, accurate deliverables to segment and corporate teams
Partner with business units, commercial teams, operations, and finance leaders
Present results, insights, and recommendations to leadership
Support internal controls, statutory requirements, and company accounting policies
Participate in balance sheet reviews and help maintain financial discipline

Skills

FP&A

US GAAP Compliance

Cost Accounting

Financial Forecasting

Budget Management

Financial Reporting

Data Analysis

Risk Identification

Strong Communication

Analytical Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field

Tools

PowerBI

SAP

OneStream

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Partner with site, segment, and division finance teams to support monthly operating reviews, annual plans, and long-range strategic plans
Prepare division-level strategic financials, forecasts, and related schedules
Improve FP&A processes, tools, and timelines
Consolidate and analyze division financial results, forecasts, and strategic plan information
Identify risks, opportunities, trends, and alternatives for leadership decision-making
Develop monthly reporting packages, business reviews, and President’s Operating Review materials
Guide global FP&A activities across North America, Europe, and Asia, including actuals close, forecasting, and planning deliverables
Coordinate division and functional budgets
Lead consolidation of site budgets into a division-level financial plan
Track revenue and gross margin performance by business unit and product line
Standardize reporting tools, templates, and FP&A deliverables
Own the FP&A calendar and ensure timely, accurate deliverables to segment and corporate teams
Partner with business units, commercial teams, operations, and finance leaders
Present results, insights, and recommendations to leadership
Support internal controls, statutory requirements, and company accounting policies
Participate in balance sheet reviews and help maintain financial discipline

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience in a manufacturing setting
Strong manufacturing finance or cost accounting experience
Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting requirements
CPA preferred
Advanced Microsoft and PowerBI skills
Experience with SAP and OneStream preferred
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Strong communication skills and confidence partnering with leaders across functions, levels, and regions
Ability to work independently, collaborate effectively, and influence in a decentralized global environment
Strong organization, discretion, and initiative
Ability to manage confidential information appropriately
Ability to travel as required, not exceeding 15%, including possible international travel

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), including the preparation of strategic financials, forecasts, and reporting packages. Proficient in managing budgets, consolidating financial results, and ensuring compliance with US GAAP and internal controls.

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