Sr. Financial Analyst - Operations and Supply Chain

Chamberlain Group; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

Short-term incentive plan

Job summary

Chamberlain Group is seeking a Finance professional to develop yearly budgets and monthly forecasts for Sourcing and Quality, driving timely decision-making. You will monitor overhead spending and cost-reduction results, offering variance analyses to leadership and supporting productivity tracking tools.

You will maintain KPI dashboards, participate in monthly reviews, and propose process improvements to shorten finance cycles while ensuring accurate reporting and compliance across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum 5+ years financial support experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and data analysis.
• Strong English communication, ability to travel occasionally - North America.
• MBA/CPA/CMA preferred for advanced qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop yearly budget and monthly forecasts for Sourcing and Quality.
• Monitor overhead spending and cost reduction project results.
• Act as primary contact for the corporate cost savings tracking tool; install/test and train upgrades.
• Report spend activity and provide KPI-based insights to leadership.
• Maintain KPI status to aid management decisions and assist in monthly reviews.
• Identify process improvements to reduce finance cycle times and improve forecast quality.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines and confidentiality.

Skills

ERP systems (SAP)

Data analysis

Forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial modeling

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA / CPA / CMA (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Chamberlain Group (CG) is a global leader in intelligent access and Blackstone portfolio company. Powered by our myQ technology, we make access simple and secure for millions of homeowners, businesses, and communities worldwide. Our flagship brands, LiftMaster and Chamberlain , are found in 51+ million homes, and 14 million+ people rely on the myQ app daily.This role is within Chamberlain Group's Finance function. A successful incumbent is expected to (i) Develop yearly budget and monthly financial forecasts for the Sourcing and Quality organizations, which will drive appropriate and timely decision-making and (ii) Monitor and analyze monthly overhead spending and cost reduction project results; identify relevant trends and key drivers on the reasons for variance; advise senior leadership of opportunities and risk.Education requirements include: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance;Experience requirements include: 5+ years financial support of a manufacturing organization.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesDevelop yearly budget and monthly financial forecasts for the Sourcing and Quality organizations, which will drive appropriate and timely decision-makingMonitor and analyze monthly overhead spending and cost reduction project results; identify relevant trends and key drivers on the reasons for variance; advise senior leadership of opportunities and riskAct as primary contact and support for the corporate cost savings (productivity) tracking tool; install, test and provide training for upgrades/enhancements; perform administrative roles and lead onboarding process for new usersReport spend activity including value-add analysis to provide the Sourcing and Quality organizations a deeper understanding of spend and to help identify additional efficiency opportunitiesMaintain and communicate status on KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) to assist the Sourcing and Quality management teams with effective business decision-makingAssist in the preparations of monthly operational reviews and other recurring deliverablesIdentify process improvements to reduce finance business process cycle times, improve financial forecast quality, and enhance information provided to leadership for business decisionsComply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams.Protect Chamberlain Group’s reputation by keeping information confidential.Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.Minimum QualificationsEducation/Certifications:Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or FinanceExperience:5+ years financial support of a manufacturing organizationKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Working knowledge using ERP financial systems (e.g., SAP) and data analysis; ability to work and manage relationships in a matrix, corporate environmentOther:Outstanding English written and oral communication skills; ability to travel occasionally - North AmericaPreferred QualificationsEducation/Certifications:Master's of Business Administration, CPA or CMAExperience:Activity-based costing and Financial forecast development experience; experience developing and presenting complex financial data in Microsoft ExcelKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:SAP Experience; proficient in Spanish, Mandarin or CantoneseThe pay range for this position is $85,500.00 - $139,350.00; base pay offered may vary depending on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. In addition to base pay, also offered is a comprehensive benefits package and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). This position is eligible for participation in a short-term incentive plan subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies.Chamberlain Group wants all of its employees to succeed and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and you’ll be considered for this role regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We’re committed to fostering an environment where people of all lived experiences feel welcome.Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence [e-mail]: Staffing agencies, headhunters, recruiters, and/or placement agencies, please do not contact our hiring managers directly.