Sr. Manager - Strategic CFO Advisory Service - Finance & Business Transformation

Job Overview

Finance & Business Transformation Senior Manager – Strategic CFO Advisory practice. Lead strategic advisory projects, drive client value, manage multiple engagements, and support business development.

• Provide end‑to‑end leadership through all stages of a program or project (strategic planning, work planning, mobilization, execution, and closeout).
• Direct and oversee integrated consulting engagements and opportunity pursuits.
• Review and leverage assets for process mapping, visualization, and data analysis.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and clients to translate business requirements into solutions.
• Facilitate work products, lead walkthroughs, and document current and future state of business functions.
• Execute change management efforts related to finance business optimization, visioning, and strategies.
• Design and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Identify key stakeholders and recommend methods to improve service, work processes, and financial performance.
• Assist in quality improvement initiatives and collaborate with external agencies as required.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients on progress, scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables.
• Report engagement status—including risks, issues, and opportunities—to advisory leadership.
• Occasionally work extended hours, travel to client locations, and work from different office sites.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 8+ years of consulting or client service experience, preferably within a professional services firm.
• 3+ years in management or supervisory roles, leading complex projects or programs.
• Experience in strategic initiatives, business operations, IT, or Federal/State programs.

• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines.
• Experience building and managing effective teams on projects of varying scales.
• Comfort operating in a dynamic, fast‑paced, innovative environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Experience with AI platforms and tools such as Claude, Copilot, and ChatGPT.

Preferred

Location:

Chicago, IL. Salary range: $165,000 – $180,000 (Illinois); may vary by geography.

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