Senior FP&A Analyst
Maker’s Pride, LLC, Downers Grove, IL, United States
Downers Grove, 3333 Finley Rd, Downers Grove, Illinois, United States of America
Job Description
Posted Monday, April 27, 2026 at 5:00 AM
The Sr. FP&A Analyst is responsible for supporting the Financial Planning & Analysis function for Makers Pride by delivering high-quality financial analysis, reporting, and insights to drive business performance. This role places strong emphasis on data transformation, advanced analytics, and the use of automation and AI-enabled tools to improve forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, and decision-making. The analyst will partner closely with Commercial, Operations, and Leadership teams to translate complex data into actionable business insights.
Key Responsibilities
Perform month-end close activities, including volume loads, net sales reconciliation, intercompany eliminations, and variance analysis, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
Prepare month-end and ad hoc financial materials for the Commercial team, Executive Leadership Team (ELT), and Board of Directors.
Lead commercial weekly reporting (volume-to-margin), leveraging data automation and advanced analytics to improve speed, accuracy, and insight.
Serve as the primary FP&A point of contact for Business Development (BD) requests and provide analytical back‑office support.
Manage and support projects related to budgeting, forecasting, financial results, and strategic initiatives, incorporating predictive analytics where applicable.
Maintain and govern financial and operational master data, ensuring consistency across systems and reports.
Actively participate in the design, development, and implementation of process improvements, with a strong focus on:
Data transformation and standardization
Automation of recurring reports and analyses
Enhanced analytics using SAP, BW, Business Objects, and emerging AI‑enabled tools
Support the development of the annual operating budget, rolling forecasts, and long‑range plans, including detailed variance analysis and performance commentary.
Perform ad hoc financial and operational analysis, translating large, complex datasets into clear business recommendations.
Contribute to change management efforts as the organization evolves toward more data‑driven and AI‑supported decision‑making.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance required; CPA, CMA or MBA preferred.
Experience:
Minimum of 4-8 years finance experience in an industrial sector, preferably high‑volume manufacturing. Plant Controller/Assistant Controller, FP&A experience preferred.
Technical Skills:
Proficient with SAP/BW. Experience improving or transforming reporting within these tools
Advanced proficiency in Excel, with strong skills in Word and PowerPoint
Proficient with data structures, data quality, and financial systems integration
Exposure to advanced analytics, automation, or AI concepts in finance
Skills:
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills
Synthesizes data into clear, concise insights for non‑financial stakeholders
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to partner across plant and corporate teams
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment with multiple priorities
Identifies opportunities for process automation and efficiency gains
Financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis
Abilities:
Demonstrate strategic thinking, analytical rigor, and strong technical/functional expertise
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with plant personnel and all levels of the organization
Write clear, professional reports and business correspondence
Define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw sound conclusions
Successfully multi‑task while maintaining attention to detail
Manage and adapt to change, supporting the organization’s transition toward modern, data‑ and AI‑enabled finance processes
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Work environment:
Position is on‑site in our corporate office in Downers Grove, IL 4 days per week.
The information provided in this document provides an overview of the most common duties, qualifications, and demands of the position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive summary of the role, and the duties, qualifications, and demands of the position are subject to change without notice. The expectations provided here may also be modified if an employee with a disability could effectively meet the expectations for the role with reasonable accommodation.
The pay range for this full‑time, salaried position is $85,788-$128,682/year. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job‑related skills, and relevant education or training. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location.
Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Downers Grove, 3333 Finley Rd, Downers Grove, Illinois, United States of America
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Description
Posted Monday, April 27, 2026 at 5:00 AM
The Sr. FP&A Analyst is responsible for supporting the Financial Planning & Analysis function for Makers Pride by delivering high-quality financial analysis, reporting, and insights to drive business performance. This role places strong emphasis on data transformation, advanced analytics, and the use of automation and AI-enabled tools to improve forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, and decision-making. The analyst will partner closely with Commercial, Operations, and Leadership teams to translate complex data into actionable business insights.
Key Responsibilities
Perform month-end close activities, including volume loads, net sales reconciliation, intercompany eliminations, and variance analysis, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
Prepare month-end and ad hoc financial materials for the Commercial team, Executive Leadership Team (ELT), and Board of Directors.
Lead commercial weekly reporting (volume-to-margin), leveraging data automation and advanced analytics to improve speed, accuracy, and insight.
Serve as the primary FP&A point of contact for Business Development (BD) requests and provide analytical back‑office support.
Manage and support projects related to budgeting, forecasting, financial results, and strategic initiatives, incorporating predictive analytics where applicable.
Maintain and govern financial and operational master data, ensuring consistency across systems and reports.
Actively participate in the design, development, and implementation of process improvements, with a strong focus on:
Data transformation and standardization
Automation of recurring reports and analyses
Enhanced analytics using SAP, BW, Business Objects, and emerging AI‑enabled tools
Support the development of the annual operating budget, rolling forecasts, and long‑range plans, including detailed variance analysis and performance commentary.
Perform ad hoc financial and operational analysis, translating large, complex datasets into clear business recommendations.
Contribute to change management efforts as the organization evolves toward more data‑driven and AI‑supported decision‑making.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance required; CPA, CMA or MBA preferred.
Experience:
Minimum of 4-8 years finance experience in an industrial sector, preferably high‑volume manufacturing. Plant Controller/Assistant Controller, FP&A experience preferred.
Technical Skills:
Proficient with SAP/BW. Experience improving or transforming reporting within these tools
Advanced proficiency in Excel, with strong skills in Word and PowerPoint
Proficient with data structures, data quality, and financial systems integration
Exposure to advanced analytics, automation, or AI concepts in finance
Skills:
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills
Synthesizes data into clear, concise insights for non‑financial stakeholders
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to partner across plant and corporate teams
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment with multiple priorities
Identifies opportunities for process automation and efficiency gains
Financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis
Abilities:
Demonstrate strategic thinking, analytical rigor, and strong technical/functional expertise
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with plant personnel and all levels of the organization
Write clear, professional reports and business correspondence
Define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw sound conclusions
Successfully multi‑task while maintaining attention to detail
Manage and adapt to change, supporting the organization’s transition toward modern, data‑ and AI‑enabled finance processes
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Work environment:
Position is on‑site in our corporate office in Downers Grove, IL 4 days per week.
The information provided in this document provides an overview of the most common duties, qualifications, and demands of the position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive summary of the role, and the duties, qualifications, and demands of the position are subject to change without notice. The expectations provided here may also be modified if an employee with a disability could effectively meet the expectations for the role with reasonable accommodation.
The pay range for this full‑time, salaried position is $85,788-$128,682/year. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job‑related skills, and relevant education or training. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location.
Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Downers Grove, 3333 Finley Rd, Downers Grove, Illinois, United States of America
#J-18808-Ljbffr