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Position: Finance & Analytics Manager

Company: Blue Ops

Location: Chicago, IL or Minneapolis, MN

WHO WORKS AT BLUE OPS:

At Blue Ops, we're building a team of high-impact operators who lead by example and develop the people around them. As a Finance & Analytics Manager, you'll work alongside high-caliber peers who push you to grow sharper and faster, with the platform, tools, and team to make your impact felt.

THE ROLE

Blue Ops is hiring a Finance & Analytics Manager. This role is grounded in operational finance and accounting - budgeting, forecasting, and financial statement-level analysis - paired with analytics, data modeling, and process optimization, with opportunities to support client-facing engagements and build scalable reporting solutions.

The Finance & Analytics Manager will work on developing key finance business processes and analytical frameworks for clients across multiple industry sectors. This position will provide financial analysis, financial statement and operational reporting, modeling, reporting automation (e.g., Power BI), and business process support.

Experience in private equity owned companies and coding (e.g., DAX, SQL, Python) to manipulate data or automate tasks is a plus. While leadership experience is not required, the ability to operate cross-functionally and work independently is key.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead or support client projects from inception to completion

Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with clients

Design, advise, and support implementation of finance and analytics processes

Develop financial models to support strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting

Analyze operational and financial data - including financial statements - to inform client decisions

Present findings and recommendations to clients

Build and maintain interactive dashboards (e.g., Power BI) for client reporting

Conduct data analysis using Excel and tools such as DAX, SQL, or Python to drive business insights

Monitor project progress, identify & mitigate risk and address project-related issues

Manage 1-2 direct reports

WHAT IT TAKES

Blue Ops is a scaling company in the business management services and technology space. We care about results and are all eager to jump in and get our hands dirty. Important competencies to effectively perform this role include:

Strong grounding in accounting and the three financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)

Strong written and verbal communication across levels

Proficient in Excel, Power BI, and data storytelling

Comfort working across multiple projects of varying complexity

Ability to adapt in fast-paced or ambiguous environments

Experience managing timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional communication

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing their concerns and providing regular updates

Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, promoting professional growth and development and continuous improvement

Identify opportunities for additional client engagements and collaborate with business development teams to expand relationships

Hands-on experience with DAX, SQL and/or Python (a plus - not required)

WHAT YOUR RESUME SHOWS

We value curiosity, ownership, and the ability to translate data into actionable insights. You might bring:

5-10 years of professional experience in operational finance, FP&A, or accounting

Experience with FP&A: budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis

Solid command of financial statements; month-end close, controllership, or public accounting exposure a plus

Undergraduate B.S. in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Accounting strongly preferred; CPA a plus)

Experience working with Private Equity Firms (e.g. directly or via Portfolio Company)

Experience building dashboards and working with Power BI

Experience in cross-functional or client-facing environments

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

SQL, DAX and/or Python proficiency a plus

THE PACKAGE

The base salary range for this position is $108,675-$153,725 in Minneapolis and Charlotte and $113,825-$170,940 in Chicago . Total compensation may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and commission incentives. Individual pay will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, and education. While the range listed reflects the target compensation for new hires, we may exercise flexibility to accommodate exceptional qualifications or circumstances.

In addition to a competitive pay program, we believe in supporting the health, wealth, and well-being of our team members and their families through a comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Additional perks tailored to your needs