Finance Manager Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

A Finance Manager is a professional who oversees the financial operations of a company and designs strategies for financial growth. They are responsible for creating financial reports, direct investment activities, and developing strategies and plans for the long-term financial goals of their organization. Their duties also include budget planning, conducting analysis to make forecasts, and advising management on how to increase profits and reduce costs.

Some crucial skills for a Finance Manager include analytical skills, attention to details, excellent understanding of business trends, and strong mathematical abilities. They are also expected to have proficiency in financial software and strong communication skills. Certifications such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) may be highly desirable. Before becoming a Finance Manager, one might hold roles such as a Financial Analyst, Accountant or a Senior Auditor.

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Treasury Manager

  • Itasca, IL (20 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Itasca, IL (20 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Introduction Join us at AIT, where we believe every day presents an opportunity to make a global impact!Were problem solvers, driven by our curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of...

Capital Finance Manager

  • Niles, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Niles, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Join the leading beverage provider, Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling! Shift: Full Time, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, PTO, Education Reimbursement...

Senior Manager, Finance - Commercial COE

  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The Senior Finance Manager will work cross-functionally with finance and commercial business leaders and their teams to drive value creation and profitability, enhance reporting, and improve performance...

Senior Finance Manager - FP&A

  • Northfield, IL (10 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Northfield, IL (10 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

At least 7 years of financial planning, reporting and/or analysis experience. At least 5 years of experience providing financial advice and counsel to P&L/business owners....

Finance Manager - Retail FP&A

  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The Retail FP&A Finance Manager acts as a subject matter expert and provides financial guidance to the Retail P&L while ensuring key financial objectives are met....

Capital Finance Manager

  • Niles, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Niles, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Join the leading beverage provider, Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling! Shift: Full Time, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, PTO, Education Reimbursement Salary:...

Finance Manager, R&D Business Development

  • North Chicago, IL (5 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (5 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description The R&D, BD and Alliances, Finance Manager leads the coordination and consolidation of R&D cost forecasts for Business Development assessments including licensing, acquisitions, and...

Manager of Financial Reporting

  • Bannockburn, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bannockburn, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Department: Finance Position Overview: TriSalus Life Sciences, Inc. (the “Company”) is a growing, oncology focused medical technology business seeking to transform outcomes for patients battling...

Finance Manager R&D and Regulatory Affairs

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 2 days ago

JOB FAMILY: Financial Planning and Analysis DIVISION: CRLB Core Lab LOCATION: United States > Lake Forest : CP01 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT...

Manager, Financial Reporting

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 2 days ago

Work Location Type: Hybrid About Grainger: W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep...

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Finance Supervisor, Cardiometabolic US Commercial

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 3 days ago

planning, analysis, and accounting related to CM commercial operations in the US market....

Finance Manager, Controls and Accounting Processes

  • Mettawa, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Mettawa, IL
  • 4 days ago

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable...

Senior Finance Manager Statutory - Remote

  • Barrington, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Barrington, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Senior Finance Manager - Statutory - Remote Company: GE Aerospace Location: Barrington, IL Date Posted: 4/11/25, 4:57 AM Job Description Summary ERAC, Employers Reassurance Corporation and a corporate...

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Finance Manager

  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago

The Finance Manager will oversee numerous FP&A functions with a focus on program financial support....

Finance Manager

  • Niles, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Niles, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago

If you're a Sr Finance Manager, we have an exciting opportunity for you. The Sr....

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Salary for Finance Manager Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

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Highest Education Level

Finance Managers in Lake Forest, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.0%
Master's Degree
39.6%
High School or GED
3.2%
Associate's Degree
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Finance Managers in Lake Forest, IL
10+ years
24.0%
6-8 years
24.0%
4-6 years
20.0%
8-10 years
16.0%
2-4 years
12.0%
1-2 years
4.0%


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