Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Ryan Companies US, Inc.•Chicago, IL

8d•$115,000 - $158,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis helps manage the company’s financial forecasts, annual budgeting process, operating plan variance analysis, and special projects. The role supports the Director of FP&A and provides financial consulting and strategic support to senior management through analytical reviews of financial and operational performance, financial packages and presentations, revenue and expense analyses, and other projects. The FP&A group serves as the company’s analytical engine, providing insights and support for business decision-making. The Manager may supervise Financial Analyst(s) and may directly supervise employees on the FP&A team, carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Firm’s policies and applicable laws. The position supports senior management, region leaders, practice leaders, division presidents, and practice leads with financial analysis and presentations, including materials for board, shareholder, senior leadership, and strategic committee meetings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) or equivalent in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university.
At least 5–7 years of related experience.
Proven experience successfully leading a team.
Ability to perform complex analysis.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to think creatively.
Highly driven and self-motivated, with the ability to work hands-on with team members in a management capacity.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, and AI technologies.
Valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an international professional services environment.
Experience using accounting software.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Responsibilities

Create a positive team member experience.
May supervise Financial Analyst(s) and directly supervise employees on the FP&A team.
Support senior management, region leaders, and practice leaders with in-depth analyses.
Prepare and deliver presentations to the Ryan Board of Directors and senior management teams.
Meet with division presidents and practice leads to discuss monthly financials and assist with related analysis.
Analyze current and past trends in key performance indicators, highlighting issues and causes of unexpected variances.
Manage governance of FP&A reporting, standards, and tools to ensure integrity and consistency of work products.
Manage changes to general ledger metadata and the financial hierarchy to ensure alignment across departments, reporting, and systems.
Design and develop monthly and/or quarterly financial reports and prepare variance analyses against annual and quarterly budgets and prior periods.
Manage consolidation, report development, and modeling for annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
Maintain and enhance FP&A reporting and processes using the corporate performance management tool.
Analyze complex financial information and reports, including revenue, expenses, and capital expenditures.
Provide accurate and timely financial recommendations to management for decision-making.
Prepare presentations for board and shareholder meetings, monthly and quarterly senior leadership meetings, and strategic committees.
Manage continued development of budgeting, financial forecasting, operating plans, and modeling tools.
Use business intelligence tools and dashboard reports to develop insights and analysis.
Evaluate processes to improve performance and efficiency, and assess return on investment in new acquisitions, practice areas, and international expansions.
Develop financial models and analyses to support strategic initiatives.
Perform ad hoc reporting and analysis.
Complete other projects as assigned.