Senior Finance Manager

Senior Finance Manager

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior Finance Manager is responsible to provide both operational and programmatic support to the organization and is accountable for the overall financial health and day-to-day accounting functions of the network office.  The accounting duties may also include district network office(s). This role works collaboratively with other members of the finance team, including the Finance Manager, external Consultants and Centralized Accounting Services (CAS) teams. The Senior Finance Manager will also collaborate closely with leadership team to help shape the culture and provide strategic insight to help grow the firm.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

•  Manage the finance, consulting, accounting team that handles day-to-day operations and audit/approve tasks.
• Ensure and account for the accuracy of the accounting records.
• Create, update, and maintain annual budgets for all offices to be used for strategic planning.
• Provide monthly reporting packages and presentations for monthly and quarterly finance review with MDs and leadership team with comparison to budget in addition to providing strategic and operational recommendations.
• Quarterly deep dives with MP and MDs
• Ability to produce financial modeling when required.
• Manage review of accounts payable to properly plan cash flow so that expenses are paid in a timely fashion.
• Audit reconciled credit card accounts and track expense approvals, including categorizing the expenses and maintaining alignment with chart of accounts.
• Monitor, track, and communicate all active financial representative debt on a timely basis.
• Manage commission cycle special commission requests to CAS and cash flow.
• Manage banking activities of office including securing loans.
• Understand and train new financial representatives on compensation including MDs and MPs contracts.
• Act as Finance team liaison to coordinate with internal and external departments.
• Oversee preparation and mail annual 1099 statements for contracted financial representatives.
• Work with CPA to prepare and manage quarterly tax submissions to the IRS.
• Work with CPA in preparation and filing of annual federal and state tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Track lease renewals and advise MDs when increase in rent is applicable.
• Reconciliation of operations and accounts such as home office program reimbursements and district cost sharing programs.
• Provide compensation modeling to advisors and leaders.
• Manage company finances including allowance program, implementation and tracking of company contests, and more.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required- Economics Business and Accounting Degree preferred.
• Experience in accounting, financial modeling, budgeting, including general ledger maintenance; three or more years preferred.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, and technologically savvy.
• Knowledge of standard accounting software, including QuickBooks personal finance software, preferred.
• Strong presentation, persuasion, problem-solving, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong personal code of ethics, including maintaining confidentiality.
• High self-motivation, strong organization skills, and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to adapt and learn in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work well on a team and maintain a positive attitude.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Competitive Compensation: Base salary of $120-150k with comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO, 401(k) with employer match, subsidized health insurance premiums, and life and disability insurance coverage.
• Career Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and growth with access to professional development resources and clear career pathways.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join a collaborative and motivated team committed to your success and career satisfaction.
• Networking Opportunities: Build connections within the financial services industry and local community through various events and initiatives.
• Impactful Work: Play a pivotal role in shaping the careers of students and future financial professionals.
• Recognition & Rewards: Celebrate achievements and milestones with a range of recognition programs and incentives.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment such as computers and printers; reach with hands and arms; and lift to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Regular, predictable attendance is required.

MENTAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve non-routine administrative problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under deadlines with frequent interruptions; and interact with colleagues, clients, and others encountered in the course of work, some of whom may be dissatisfied individuals.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees work under typical office conditions, and the noise level is moderate (i.e., business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic).

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Northwestern Mutual believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success and recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of Northwestern Mutual that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, age, veteran status, genetic information or disability in any activities, or employment.

Salary : $120,000 - $150,000