- Location
- Schaumburg, IL
- Seniority
- Manager
- Education
- Master
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly analytical, strategic, and forward-thinking Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead our corporate budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial analysis. In this role, you will serve as a key finance partner to executive leadership, translating complex data into actionable insights that drive profitability, operational efficiency, and long-term business growth.
The ideal candidate possesses strong financial modeling expertise, a deep understanding of corporate finance, and the ability to collaborate across departments in a fast-paced, logistics-driven environment.
Responsibilities
Executive Reporting: Prepare monthly and quarterly financial review presentations for the executive team and board members, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs) and variances to plan.
- Operational Partnership: Partner closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Tech departments to optimize resource allocation, evaluate capital expenditures (CapEx), and analyze ROI on strategic initiatives.
- Financial Planning & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process, rolling monthly/quarterly forecasts, and long-term strategic planning models.
- Strategic Analysis: Evaluate business performance, unit economics, and market trends to identify growth opportunities, cost-saving initiatives, and potential risks.
- Data & Systems Optimization: Champion the enhancement of financial planning tools, BI dashboards, and data infrastructure to automate reporting and improve forecasting accuracy.
Requirements
Qualifications & Skills
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting. An MBA, CFA, or CPA is a strong plus.
- Experience: 5+ years of progressive experience in FP&A or corporate finance. Prior experience in logistics, supply chain, or tech is highly desirable.
- Financial Modeling: Advanced, expert-level Excel and financial modeling skills with a proven track record of building robust, dynamic 3-statement models and scenario analyses.
- Communication: Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to distil complex financial metrics into clear, compelling narratives for non-financial stakeholders.
- Mindset: A self-starter who thrives in ambiguity, possesses sharp attention to detail, and maintains a solutions-oriented approach.
- Systems & Tools: Proficient with ERP systems and BI tools (Power BI).