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East 57th Street Partners

Direct Hire: Director of FP&A

East 57th Street Partners, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


This is East 57th Street Partners...WE KNOW THE RIGHT PEOPLE. MORE IMPORTANTLY, THE RIGHT PEOPLE KNOW USJob Title:

Director of FP&ALocation:

Chicago, Illinois Metro AreaWork Schedule:

4 Days On-Site, 1 Day RemoteCompensation:

$165,000 - $185,000 base salary plus performance-based bonus

About East 57th Street Partners

East 57th Street Partners is a premier management consulting firm specializing in executive search and strategic advisory services. We partner with high-growth companies to place financial leaders who drive business performance and operational success.

Position Overview

Our client, a growing company in the

Chicago Metro Area , is seeking a

Director of FP&A

to lead the financial planning and analysis function. This role will oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling while providing strategic insights to support executive decision-making. The

Director of FP&A

will play a critical role in shaping financial strategies and ensuring alignment with the company's business objectives. The candidate will work

on-site 4 days a week .

Key Responsibilities

Lead the

financial planning and analysis (FP&A) function , including overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling processes.Develop and maintain advanced

financial models

to support business performance analysis and strategic decision-making.Provide

data-driven insights

and recommendations to senior leadership to inform financial strategy and operational decisions.Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and offer actionable insights to improve profitability and efficiency.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure

alignment between financial goals

and

operational objectives .Manage the

capital allocation process , conducting scenario analysis and assessing ROI on key investments.Lead

monthly and quarterly financial reviews , presenting key financial insights to executive leadership.Support

M&A activities , including financial due diligence, modeling, and integration planning.Continuously improve

FP&A processes

and systems to enhance forecasting accuracy and operational efficiency.Qualifications

Proven experience as a

Director of FP&A

or in a senior financial leadership role.Expertise in

financial modeling , forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis.Strong track record of providing

strategic financial insights

to support executive-level decision-making.Experience with

M&A activities , including financial due diligence and integration.Advanced proficiency in financial systems and

Microsoft Excel .Excellent

leadership and communication skills , with the ability to influence senior leadership and cross-functional teams.Bachelor's degree

in finance, accounting, or related field; MBA or CFA preferred.Compensation and Benefits

Base salary ranging from

$165,000 to $185,000

per year, depending on experience.Performance-based bonus

tied to company financial performance.Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.Retirement plan options.This is East 57th Street... where the competitive advantage is quality people achieving outstanding results.