Sr Manager, Data & Analytics

LaSalle Network; Rosemont (IL); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

LaSalle Network is seeking a Senior Finance Manager, Data & Analytics to lead finance transformation initiatives through data, analytics, automation and AI. This role partners with Finance leadership to enhance reporting, forecasting and decision support, while driving scalable data solutions globally.

The ideal candidate combines finance expertise with data analytics, and excels at guiding cross‑functional teams and communicating with stakeholders across Finance, IT and the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in finance, accounting, business analytics or related field.
• 7+ years in finance data, analytics, or finance transformation roles.
• Proven track record leading cross-functional projects from planning to execution.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and processes.
• Experience implementing reporting, analytics, automation, or AI in finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance data and analytics initiatives from strategy through implementation.
• Partner with Finance leaders to improve reporting and decision support with modern data solutions.
• Drive process optimization and automation to improve efficiency and data quality.
• Identify and implement AI-enabled solutions to enhance financial processes.
• Collaborate with Finance, IT and Data teams to develop scalable reporting platforms.
• Translate business needs into technical solutions and serve as liaison between finance and tech teams.
• Establish governance, documentation and best practices for finance data and analytics.
• Develop executive dashboards, KPIs and performance reporting for insights.
• Lead cross-functional project teams and manage plans, risks, and communications.
• Champion change management and training to drive user adoption.

Skills

Finance data

Analytics

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Analytics/Data Analytics

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

ERP (SAP/Oracle)

Job description

Senior Finance Manager, Data & Analytics

Location: Flexible / Hybrid

Compensation: $130,000–$180,000 base salary, eligibility to earn discretionary bonus

About The Role

We are seeking a strategic and results‑driven Senior Finance Manager, Data & Analytics to lead finance transformation initiatives through data, analytics, automation, and artificial intelligence. This role will serve as a key partner to Finance leadership, driving projects that enhance reporting capabilities, improve decision‑making, streamline processes, and enable scalable data solutions across a global organization.

The ideal candidate combines strong finance knowledge with expertise in data and analytics, excels at leading cross‑functional projects, and has the communication skills to influence stakeholders across Finance, IT, and the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver finance data and analytics initiatives from strategy through implementation, ensuring projects are completed on time and aligned with business objectives.
• Partner with Finance leaders to identify opportunities to improve reporting, analytics, forecasting, and decision support through modern data solutions.
• Drive process optimization and automation initiatives that improve efficiency, data quality, and standardization across finance functions.
• Identify and implement AI‑enabled solutions that enhance financial processes, reporting, and analytical capabilities.
• Collaborate with Finance, IT, Data, and external partners to develop scalable reporting and analytics platforms.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions while serving as the primary liaison between finance stakeholders and technical teams.
• Establish governance, documentation, and best practices for finance data, reporting, and analytics.
• Develop executive dashboards, KPIs, and performance reporting that provide actionable business insights.
• Lead cross‑functional project teams, manage project plans, risks, and stakeholder communications.
• Champion change management efforts by driving user adoption, training, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in finance data, analytics, finance transformation, business intelligence, or related functions.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross‑functional projects from planning through execution.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial processes.
• Experience implementing reporting, analytics, automation, or AI solutions within finance organizations.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Proven ability to translate business needs into scalable data and technology solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Experience within a global manufacturing or consumer packaged goods (CPG) organization.
• Familiarity with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or similar enterprise systems.
• Experience with business intelligence and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of data warehousing, SQL, cloud analytics platforms, or finance data architecture.
• Experience with AI, machine learning, or generative AI applications in finance.
• PMP, Agile, Lean Six Sigma, or similar project management certification is a plus.

What You'll Bring

• A passion for using data and technology to transform finance.
• Strong leadership and project management capabilities.
• Excellent relationship‑building and stakeholder management skills.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence without direct authority.
• Continuous improvement mentality and a focus on delivering measurable business value.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $130,000–$180,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• Eligibility to earn discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement savings program with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities within a global organization.

Join us in shaping the future of finance through data, analytics, and innovation while helping drive smarter business decisions across our global enterprise.

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.