
Sr. Strategic Finance Analyst I
- Chicago, IL
- $82,000-110,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Build models from scratch, improve existing models, break complex models down into consolidating subcomponents
- Partner with key stakeholders to translate top-line forecasts to headcount needs, ensure we are setting our business partners up to succeed while also challenging the organization to work within financial targets and efficiency goals
- You will be the primary point of contact for all 3PL operating expense controls.
- This includes ongoing maintenance and health checks, monthly forecasts, and annual/long-range planning
- Create cost management process by assisting in ideation, quantification, assessment, and tracking of productivity projects
- Develop comprehensive project plans, outlining scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements to adjust our most pressing priorities
- Take ownership of projects from conception to completion, demonstrating strong initiative and drive
- Manage and interpret data effectively: Utilize your expertise to collect, organize, and analyze data, ensuring it informs strategic decisions and supports business objectives.
- Innovative - Be creative, adaptive, and eager to learn new technical skills
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
- 3 years of proven ability in Corporate Finance/Operational FP&A
- MBA, CFA or CPA
- Strong proficiency in SQL, with the ability to extract, manipulate, and analyze complex datasets
- Strong working knowledge of GAAP
- Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills
- Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to lead and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
- Previous experience in the logistics, supply chain, or financial services industries