Strategic Finance Manager: Forecasting & Analytics

Follett Corporation; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Follett Corporation in Westchester, IL is seeking a Manager of Finance to lead the finance team, deliver advanced financial analysis, and drive forecasting, strategic planning and operating plans.

The role partners with finance leadership to develop models, analyze trends, and provide insights that influence business decisions. 5–7 years of experience and strong accounting/reporting systems knowledge are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent is required.
• 5-7 years of equivalent work experience required.
• CPA/MBA preferred.
• Advanced computer skills; MS Office, MS Excel, and financial reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Supports the overall forecast, strategic plan, and operating plan development while providing insights into key business drivers and identifying risks and opportunities.
• Supports balance sheet and cash flow planning, forecasting, and monthly analysis.
• Applies knowledge of the business to offer insights and identify opportunities to improve results.
• Performs financial modeling to support existing and new business initiatives/opportunities, resulting in better decision-making and improved overall performance.
• Performs data mining and other forms of research to identify trends and relationships that drive results.
• Prepares monthly reporting and business analysis, supporting the organization with ongoing enhancements.
• Drives outcomes by working with other business areas to problem-solve new issues.
• Trains and develops new team members on basic tasks, duties, and other skillsets.

Skills

Forecasting

Strategic planning

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA/MBA preferred

Tools

MS Office

MS Excel

Financial reporting systems

Job description

Follett Corporation in Westchester, IL is seeking a Manager of Finance to lead the finance team, deliver advanced financial analysis, and drive forecasting, strategic planning and operating plans.

The role partners with finance leadership to develop models, analyze trends, and provide insights that influence business decisions. 5–7 years of experience and strong accounting/reporting systems knowledge are expected.