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If you're eager for your next challenge, Flender is a great place to grow your career.\nFor more information on Flender, please see website: www.flender.com\nEqual Employment Opportunity Statement\nFlender is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, other categories protected by federal, state, or local law, and regardless of whether the qualified applicants are individuals with disabilities.\nPosition Summary\nWe are seeking a highly driven finance professional who wants to do more than report numbers-they want to influence business decisions, improve processes, and help shape the future of the organization.\nThis role serves as a strategic partner to the Controller and business leadership team, combining financial planning and analysis, manufacturing cost accounting, business performance management, and advanced data analytics. The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, highly accountable, and energized by identifying opportunities to improve how work gets done.\nThe successful candidate will leverage modern analytics, AI-enabled tools, automation, and process mining technologies to uncover insights, improve decision-making, and drive operational efficiency. This individual will play a critical role in forecasting, budgeting, profitability improvement, and business performance management while helping build scalable financial processes that support continued growth.\nThis is an exceptional opportunity for a high-performing finance professional seeking a long-term leadership path.\nThis position is based on site at our Elgin, IL facility to enable strong partnership with operations and business leadership. Over time, a hybrid work arrangement of up to 2 remote days per week may be available based on performance, business requirements, and organizational needs.\nKey Responsibilities\nStrategic Finance & Business Partnership\nServe as a trusted business partner to sales, operations, and leadership teams by providing financial insights that support profitable growth and strategic decision-making.\nPartner with business leaders to evaluate opportunities, risks, investments, pricing initiatives, and operational improvement efforts.\nTranslate complex financial and operational data into actionable recommendations for executive management.\nFinancial Planning & Analysis\nLead the annual budgeting process and monthly forecasting cycles across the business segment.\nPerform variance analysis to identify key business drivers and develop corrective action plans.\nPrepare and present monthly and quarterly business reviews highlighting financial performance, risks, opportunities, and key trends.\nDevelop financial models that support strategic planning, scenario analysis, and business performance improvement.\nManufacturing Finance & Cost Accounting\nAnalyze manufacturing costs, standard cost performance, inventory trends, and operational variances.\nValidate and improve bill of material costing structures to ensure accurate product costing and inventory valuation.\nSupport enhancement of cost accounting methodologies and reporting processes.\nIdentify cost optimization opportunities through detailed financial and operational analysis.\nData Analytics, AI & Process Improvement\nUtilize advanced analytics, AI tools, automation technologies, and process mining platforms such as Celonis to identify inefficiencies and drive process improvements.\nDevelop scalable dashboards, reporting solutions, and analytical models that improve visibility and decision-making.\nLead finance transformation initiatives that reduce manual work, improve data quality, and increase organizational efficiency.\nChampion a culture of continuous improvement by challenging existing processes and implementing best practices.\nLeadership & Organizational Impact\nInfluence cross-functional teams and drive initiatives without direct authority.\nSupport the Controller in strengthening financial controls, reporting processes, and operational workflows.\nContribute to long-term finance organization development and succession planning.\nAct as a change agent who promotes accountability, innovation, and operational excellence.\nWhat Makes Someone Successful in This Role\nThe ideal candidate:\nConstantly asks \"Why?\" and challenges conventional thinking.\nDemonstrates a strong ownership mentality and follows through on commitments.\nUses data to drive decisions rather than relying on assumptions.\nSees opportunities where others see obstacles.\nIs energized by solving complex business problems.\nHas the confidence to engage with executives and the humility to learn continuously.\nBalances strategic thinking with hands-on execution.\nOperates with a high level of integrity, accountability, and professional excellence.\nQualifications\nRequired\nBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.\n5-10 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, FP&A, manufacturing finance, cost accounting, or controlling.\nStrong experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and business performance analysis.\nExperience supporting manufacturing operations, including standard costing, inventory accounting, and variance analysis.\nAdvanced Excel skills, including financial modeling and large data-set analysis.\nExperience with ERP systems; SAP S/4HANA preferred.\nStrong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.\nDemonstrated ability to influence leaders and drive change across functions.\nProven track record of identifying and implementing process improvements using advanced analytics, AI tools, or other automation technologies,\nProficiency in Python, Power BI, SQL, Microsoft Fabric, or other advanced analytics tools.\n Flender Benefits: \nPaid Time Off (18 Days)\nPaid Holidays\nTuition Reimbursement\nMedical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance\nFlexible Spending Account\nHealth Savings Account\n401k (6% Employer Match)\nEmployee Assistance Program\nYour contact person(s) for this job posting is/are:\nAnnMarie DayFlender is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. 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