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Finance Manager

The LaSalle Group
Downers Grove, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2025

Our client is a leading manufacturer of consumer goods serving a diverse range of industries. With a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, they have experienced consistent growth and are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Finance Manager to join their team. Offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and opportunities for professional development, this position will work hybrid out of their office in Downers Grove.

The Finance Manager will play a critical role in overseeing the financial operations of the manufacturing facility in the western suburbs of Chicago. This position will be responsible for financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and regulations. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on, results-oriented professional with strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities of the Finance Manager :

  • Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with department heads to develop realistic and achievable financial plans.
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports, including variance analysis and commentary, providing insights to management on financial performance
  • Oversee cost accounting activities, ensuring accurate tracking and analysis of manufacturing costs, including direct materials, labor and overhead
  • Analyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement and potential risks, providing recommendations to management
  • Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
  • Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP and other relevant accounting regulations
  • Support the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures
  • Collaborate with other departments, such as operations, sales, and purchasing, to achieve company objectives
  • Supervise and mentor accounting staff (if applicable)
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications of the Finance Manager :

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA preferred
  • 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, preferably in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and practices
  • Proficiency in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and forecasting
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) is highly desirable
  • Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, vlookups, macros)
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (both written and verbal)
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • If you are an experienced Finance Manager, or you are looking to take the next step in your career, please apply today!

    Thank you,

    Allee Struve,

    Recruiting Lead - Management Consulting

    LaSalle Network

    LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m / f / d / v.

    LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

    LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here : View a full list of our benefits here.

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