Sr. Manager, Service Finance

Brooks Automation•Chelmsford, MA

13d•$148,351 - $200,711•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the VP of Finance, the Sr. Manager, Service Finance is a senior finance partner supporting the Service organization, acting as a strategic advisor to business leaders and a driver of financial performance. This role owns the service performance narrative, leads forecasting and planning processes, and delivers actionable insights to drive margin expansion, operational efficiency, and value creation. Success in this role is defined by translating financial and operational data into clear business actions, improving decision-making, and delivering measurable P&L impact.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
8–10+ years of progressive finance experience, including FP&A and business partnering
Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical capabilities
Experience supporting operational or service-based organizations preferred
Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive measurable business impact
Financial and operational analysis; variance and root cause identification
Strong Excel and data tool proficiency (ERP, planning systems, etc.)
Executive-level communication and storytelling
Ability to connect financial results to operational drivers
Data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement mindset

Responsibilities

Lead monthly forecasts, annual budgeting, and long-range planning processes for the Service function
Consolidate and analyze financial results, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
Provide variance analysis with clear root cause insights and recommended actions
Partner with budget owners to ensure accurate planning assumptions and alignment
Own service gross margin performance, drivers, and improvement opportunities
Lead performance narratives explaining what changed and why across revenue, cost, and mix
Identify, quantify, and drive execution of margin improvement initiatives across the service portfolio
Monitor key performance indicators and leading metrics tied to growth, efficiency, and profitability
Act as a trusted financial advisor to Service leadership on operational and strategic decisions
Translate complex financial data into actionable insights and recommendations
Support pricing strategies, cost optimization, and investment decisions
Pressure-test assumptions and evaluate trade-offs to improve business outcomes
Develop financial models to assess strategic initiatives, investments, and productivity improvements
Drive initiatives that improve profitability, operational efficiency, and ROI
Partner cross-functionally to align financial outcomes with business execution
Establish and enhance financial processes, controls, and reporting capabilities
Own monthly and quarterly business reviews, including performance summaries and action tracking
Deliver clear, concise reporting on financial performance, risks, and opportunities
Improve reporting tools and data accessibility to enable faster, more informed decisions