Strategic FP&A Manager: Drive Growth & Insights

CFS; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

FP&A Manager in Des Plaines, Illinois is a strategic finance partner within a manufacturing environment. The role focuses on planning, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration with leadership to drive performance and efficiency.

The position emphasizes strong Excel and financial modeling skills, enabling insightful variance analysis and scenario planning for executive decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• 6+ years of progressive FP&A or finance experience.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong experience with SG&A analysis.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver management reporting, forecasting, and corporate expense planning.
• Manage corporate allocation processes and provide financial support across functions.
• Partner with business units and leadership to provide insights on performance, strategy, and planning.
• Analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual P&L results, including variance and risk/opportunity analysis.
• Assist with preparation and presentation of financial materials to executive leadership.
• Ensure alignment between operational strategies and financial forecasts.
• Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance reporting, analytics, and decision-making.
• Support close processes through variance analysis and consolidated reporting.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives, including inventory and production analysis projects.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting as needed.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Job description

FP&A Manager in Des Plaines, Illinois is a strategic finance partner within a manufacturing environment. The role focuses on planning, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration with leadership to drive performance and efficiency.

The position emphasizes strong Excel and financial modeling skills, enabling insightful variance analysis and scenario planning for executive decision-making.