Financial Analyst/Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Financial Analyst/Manager to lead planning, forecasting, and performance analysis for our manufacturing-focused business in Chicago, Illinois. This position works closely with leaders across operations, sales, supply chain, and executive management to turn financial data into practical business guidance. The role is central to improving profitability, evaluating operational results, and supporting both short-term decisions and long-range planning.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the annual budget cycle and oversee recurring forecast updates for business units and operating departments.

• Prepare financial outlooks covering sales, workforce costs, operating spend, capital needs, and cash flow expectations.

• Review actual performance against plans and projections, then present clear explanations and recommendations to leadership.

• Create and deliver business-level financial presentations that highlight trends, results, and key budget or forecast differences for corporate stakeholders.

• Partner with technical teams to develop reporting dashboards and use data visualizations to identify opportunities for operational improvement.

• Evaluate financial performance across product categories, customer groups, and market segments to support strategic decisions.

• Assess manufacturing metrics such as labor productivity, material usage, inventory movement, cost absorption, and overhead efficiency.

• Support pricing decisions, cost-saving efforts, and investment analyses by building financial models and measuring expected returns.

• Improve reporting processes, strengthen data accuracy across financial systems, and assist with automation initiatives when appropriate.

• Contribute to audit support activities and help maintain adherence to company policies, accounting requirements, and internal controls.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)

PTO and holidays

Professional development and training opportunities

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• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• At least 7 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or accounting.

• Demonstrated background supporting a manufacturing, industrial, or similar operational environment.

• Strong capability in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

• Experience translating financial results into business insights for cross-functional and executive audiences.

• Proficiency with reporting and analytical tools, including dashboard development and data-driven performance tracking.

• Solid understanding of capital planning, profitability analysis, and operational cost management.

• Certification such as CPA, CMA, or MBA is preferred.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)

PTO and holidays

Professional development and training opportunities

Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches fast