Financial Planning & Analysis Manager
Recruiting Partner: Kalyn Schreckhise
Chicago, Illinois | Accounting & Finance | Not Remote | $120,000 to $140,000 | Job ID: 176144
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Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager
Chicago, IL (south)
Join a highly respected manufacturing organization recognized for its diverse product lines and commitment to operational excellence. As an integral business partner, you'll have the opportunity to shape financial strategy, collaborate across departments, and make a meaningful impact on company growth and performance.
FP&A Manager Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
- Collaborative, inclusive culture within an established manufacturer
FP&A Manager Requirements & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field required
- 5–8+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or accounting
- Strong understanding of cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP) and financial reporting tools
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to diverse audiences
- Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or steel industry environment strongly preferred
FP&A Manager Preferred Background & Skills
- MBA, CPA, or CMA designation
- Experience supporting manufacturing operations, ideally in heavy industry or metals
- Familiarity with activity-based costing systems
- Experience with inventory and supply chain finance
- Background in capital expenditure planning and operational KPI analysis
FP&A Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across all U.S. locations and departments
- Develop and deliver financial forecasts, variance analyses, and actionable recommendations to executive leadership
- Prepare business unit presentations explaining financial performance and budget/forecast variances
- Partner with operations, sales, supply chain, and production teams to drive business performance and support strategic initiatives
- Analyze manufacturing costs, operational metrics, inventory turns, and capital expenditures to inform business decisions
- Build and interpret Power BI dashboards to identify opportunities for operational improvement
- Drive process improvement initiatives in financial planning, reporting, and data integrity across financial systems
This role offers direct involvement with company leadership and plant operations, providing the chance to influence company success at the highest level.
JOB ID: 176144
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