FP&A Manager - Food Manufacturer - Elmhurst, IL

Elmhurst, Illinois Permanent USD170,000 - USD175,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is a $500M food manufacturer near Elmhurst, IL that has goals to get to $1B over the next five years through organic growth and acquisitions. The team is rapidly expanding across accounting and finance to focus at the corporate level and ensure the most optimal processes are in place for long-term success. Our client is looking for a dynamic and strong fp&a leader to lead the team during these expansions.The FP&A Manager will be managing a team of a few analysts, as well as owning the FP&A function with the Director of FP&A. You'll be working through the forecasting, budgeting and planning for the organization on a monthly and yearly basis, while also integrating newly acquired organizations.
  • Rapidly growing food manufacturer and opportunity to build out a FP&A team!
  • Hybrid working structure (2 days work from home)

About Our Client

Our client is a $500M food manufacturer near Elmhurst, IL that has goals to get to $1B over the next five years through organic growth and acquisitions. The team is rapidly expanding across accounting and finance to focus at the corporate level and ensure the most optimal processes are in place for long-term success. Our client is looking for a dynamic and strong fp&a leader to lead the team during these expansions.

The FP&A Manager will be managing a team of a few analysts, as well as owning the FP&A function with the Director of FP&A. You'll be working through the forecasting, budgeting and planning for the organization on a monthly and yearly basis, while also integrating newly acquired organizations.

Job Description

FP&A Manager Responsibilities:

  • Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and KPIs to assess overall business performance and support strategic decisions.
  • Lead development of multi-year strategic financial plans and annual financial calendars in partnership with cross-functional teams.
  • Build and maintain advanced financial models to evaluate scenarios, guide planning, and support M&A due diligence and integration.
  • Serve as a key partner to Sales and Marketing, providing P&L insights on pricing, new business, and product launches.
  • Drive preparation and consolidation of monthly CFO and Board reports, delivering clear, actionable financial insights.
  • Oversee OPEX budgeting and forecasting, identifying key trends and collaborating with budget owners to optimize performance.



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The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor of Science in Finance, with MBA preferred
  • 7+ years of experience in budgeting, forecasting and FP&A
  • Manufacturing industry experience required, CPG industry experience preferred
  • Strong Excel skills (pivot tables + vlookups)
  • Advanced in PowerBI, PowerQuery
  • SAP experience a plus
  • Strong, dynamic leader in the FP&A function
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities

What's on Offer

  • Highly competitive compensation package
  • Bonus potential
  • Strong benefits
  • 3 weeks PTO
  • Remote working flexibility
  • Highly visible role, working directly with the CFO and partnering with Senior Leaders
  • Leading manufacturer
  • Managing a team
  • Stable company with ample career progression
  • Awesome team culture



Apply now and your resume will be considered within 24 hours!

Contact
Jessica Lee
Quote job ref
JN-112025-6876199

Job summary

Sector
Accounting
Sub Sector
Financial Accounting
Industry
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Elmhurst
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jessica Lee
Job Reference
JN-112025-6876199