Director, FP&A

Cole Parmer Instrument Company • Vernon Hills, IL

129d • $150,000 - $200,000

About The Position

This role will support our continued growth and value creation across our life sciences, diagnostics, and environmental testing businesses. This is a critical role within the finance team, responsible for leading company-wide financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and performance analytics. The Director will collaborate closely with senior leaders across the organization to deliver financial insights that guide decision-making, optimize performance, and support strategic priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field required
• 10-15 years of progressive finance experience, including at least 3-5 years in FP&A or similar analytical leadership role
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills; advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, lookups, scenario modeling, etc.)
• Solid understanding of corporate finance principles, budgeting, forecasting, and financial statement analysis
• Track record of working effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
• Strong business acumen and communication skills; ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Proficient in standard computer applications, with excellent skills in Excel, Word and PowerPoint and Access

Nice To Haves

• MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Experience with financial systems (e.g., NetSuite, Adaptive Insights, Power BI) preferred
• Proven success in a dynamic, fast-paced environment; experience in life sciences, manufacturing, or industrial sectors strongly preferred
• Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, efficiently works under pressure, within deadlines or other essential time constraints
• Strong work ethic and an ability to excel within a rapidly changing and growing organization

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and consolidation of monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts and budgets across business units
• Manage the preparation of monthly operating decks with key financial metrics, trends, and performance insights for executive review
• Oversee financial consolidations to ensure timely and accurate reporting of company-wide performance
• Prepare recurring reports and analysis for lenders and rating agencies, ensuring consistency and clarity of financial messaging
• Deliver actionable financial analysis to support decision-making across departments
• Develop and maintain robust financial models and tools to support scenario planning, variance analysis, and forecasting accuracy
• Identify and communicate key business drivers and performance trends to senior leadership
• Partner with the accounting team to ensure alignment between actuals and forecasts, and to support the monthly close process
• Continuously improve planning and reporting processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and transparency

Benefits

• Salary Range: $150k-$200k, depending on location, experience, and qualifications
• Annual-Incentive Plan (AIP)
• Benefits coverage begins day 1, including Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) company match
• Paid Time Off (15 days annually)
• Paid Holiday time (10 company-designated days)
• Tuition Assistance
• Additional benefits available with company package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree