Strategic Operations Lead – Finance & Programs

Crowe; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); On-site; USD 109,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Crowe is seeking a seasoned Business Operations Assistant Director to drive strategic and operational leadership within a major business unit. You will partner with operations leaders to plan, report, and execute initiatives while adhering to firm policies and standards.

Ideal candidates bring 6–9+ years in business operations, strong budgeting, forecasting, and analytics, plus collaboration across functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Operations, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
• 6–9+ years of experience in business operations, financial planning and analysis, or related roles.
• Demonstrated experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and operational reporting.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Experience supporting cross-functional initiatives or projects.
• Proficiency with financial and reporting tools, spreadsheets, and presentation software.

Responsibilities

• Support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities for aligned business units or cost centers.
• Prepare and analyze recurring and ad hoc financial and operational reports; identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with firm financial, procurement, and operational policies and guidelines.
• Assist in managing project budgets, invoicing, and expense tracking; coordinate with Finance and Procurement as needed.
• Support workforce planning activities, including resource forecasting and organizational changes.
• Manage and coordinate operational projects or initiatives as assigned, tracking progress and supporting delivery.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of operational processes, tools, templates, and metrics.
• Prepare materials for leadership meetings, including reports, presentations, and status updates.
• Represent business operations in cross-functional teams or working groups where operational insight is required.
• Support change initiatives, communications, and continuous improvement efforts across the aligned organization.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Cross-functional initiatives

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/finance/ accounting/ operations

Tools

Spreadsheets

Presentation software

Job description

Crowe is seeking a seasoned Business Operations Assistant Director to drive strategic and operational leadership within a major business unit. You will partner with operations leaders to plan, report, and execute initiatives while adhering to firm policies and standards.

Ideal candidates bring 6–9+ years in business operations, strong budgeting, forecasting, and analytics, plus collaboration across functions.