We are currently recruiting for a Finance Reporting & Analytics Lead (long-term contract) in Chicago, IL - Financial District (Hybrid 3 days in-office - 2 days remote). The Lead will be the Subject Matter Expert in focusing on transforming Finance reporting by rationalizing, standardizing, and automating reporting processes to enhance efficiency and decision-making. This is a long-term contract position. This role collaborates with various Finance teams to design and implement automated solutions using advanced ERP and BI tools, ensuring data governance and compliance throughout the process. $65.00 - $75.00 Hourly Rate
Responsibilities:
- Lead the report rationalization effort, including inventorying existing reports, eliminating redundancies, and establishing standardized reporting templates and KPIs.
- Partner with Accounting, AR/AP, Treasury, FP&A, and Statutory Reporting teams to understand reporting requirements and co-design automated solutions.
- Develop and implement self-service dashboards and automation workflows using SAP S/4HANA, Power BI, SAP Analytics Cloud, Anaplan, BlackLine, Workiva, and related tools.
- Drive automation of recurring reporting cycles, including close packs, reconciliations, AR/AP reporting, liquidity reporting, and variance analysis.
- Serve as a data governance champion: define and manage Critical Data Elements (CDEs), maintain reporting integrity, and ensure compliance with audit and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate across Finance, IT, Compliance, and Data Governance teams to align on data sources, integration, and reporting standards.
- Provide training and support to Finance teams to ensure smooth transition and adoption of automated reporting solutions.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in Finance reporting, analytics, or Finance transformation roles.
- BI & Planning Tools: Power BI, Cloud Analytics
- Automation Tools: (Blackline, Workiva, HighRadius, or RPA solutions)
- Advanced analytics & visualization design
- Knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and finance operations preferred.
- Insurance and/or Statutory Reporting experience helpful but not required.
- Demonstrated experience in report rationalization and automation initiatives.
- Experience with data governance, CDE management, and audit/compliance readiness.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Local candidates only. Must be in a commutable range to Chicago, IL (financial district) and available for long-term contract. $65 - $75 Hourly Rate. To apply email resume to petrina@bellwetherstaffing.com