Hybrid FP&A (Financial Planning and Accounting) Process Design Lead bei Centric Consulting

FP&A (Financial Planning and Accounting) Process Design Lead 

Job Level: W2T Consultant 

Job Location: On-site/Hybrid (Must be a local Candidate in the Chicago area)

Travel Expectations: Up to 25% on average

Job Classification: Temporary (W2T) 

Join Centric Consulting – A Culture You’ll Love 

At Centric Consulting, we've cultivated a unique approach to business.  Our business is built on three fundamental principles: Enjoy the people you work with, have fun, and do great work. These principles define our consulting model and have crafted one of the most vibrant cultures in the consulting industry – celebrating individuals, collaboration, and lifelong friendships.  

As part of a comprehensive Finance Function/System Transformation, this role will focus on reimagining and optimizing core finance processes, particularly in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and Accounting & Control. The transformation aims to enhance operational efficiency, data quality, decision support, and compliance through the implementation of ERP systems and advanced technologies.
 

In this role, you will: 

• Lead the design and transformation of FP&A and Accounting processes in alignment with ERP implementation goals.
• Assess current-state finance operations, identify pain points, and define future-state process models.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure process designs align with business objectives and system capabilities.
• Drive the adoption of automation, advanced analytics, and scenario planning tools to improve forecast accuracy and financial insight.
• Standardize and streamline accounting processes, including financial close, consolidation, and reporting.
• Partner with IT and ERP vendors to translate business requirements into system configurations.
• Develop and maintain documentation for process flows, controls, and governance frameworks.
• Support change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of new processes and tools.
• Monitor and measure the effectiveness of implemented solutions and continuously identify opportunities for improvement.

Who You Are: 

• A strategic thinker with deep expertise in FP&A and Accounting processes.
• Experienced in finance transformation initiatives, ideally within ERP environments (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday).
• Skilled in process mapping, gap analysis, and future-state design.
• Adept at working with cross-functional teams and managing stakeholders at all levels.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in complex environments.
• Strong communicator with the ability to translate technical concepts into business language.
• Passionate about leveraging technology to improve finance operations and decision-making.
• CPA, CMA, or similar finance/accounting certification is a plus.
• 7+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or consulting roles with a focus on transformation.

Total Rewards:  

We proudly offer competitive compensation, and a comprehensive and well-rounded benefits package for full-time employees that have been designed to nourish your well-being. Benefits offered include health, dental & vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, self-managed PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, and other unique incentives that celebrate your accomplishments. We also offer access to many voluntary benefits such as Flexible Spending Accounts, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services, as well as discounts on home, auto and pet insurance       

• Remote and Hybrid Work
• Time Off When You Need It
• Benefits That Flex
• Professional Development  

While benefits eligibility may vary for roles that are non full-time, we provide unique opportunities for growth, skill development, and more.  Regardless of your role, you’ll be part of a collaborative environment where every team member contributes to our shared success.  

Who We Are: 

Founded in 1999 with a remote workforce, we combine the benefits of experience, flexibility, and cost efficiency to create tailored solutions centered on what’s best for businesses.  Now numbering more than 1,400 employees in the U.S. and India, we’re committed to solving clients’ toughest problems and delivering on our mission of providing unmatched experiences.   

Our purpose at Centric Consulting is to bring unmatched experiences to clients and employees. These aren't just words we use — it's how we became a company and who we are today. Providing an unmatched experience means we approach each other as human beings and lead with empathy and humility. It means we work diligently to ensure we are a place where everyone can create a sense of belonging and feel respected for who they are.  

What Makes Centric a Great Place to Work? 

We know that creating and sustaining an authentically welcoming culture requires that we all play a part in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, from our business practice to how we show up for employees and communities. This is how we bring our mission and core values to life, working together to provide the highest quality services to our clients while allowing our employees to reach their full potential.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  

Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates during all aspects of the selection process. Please advise the talent acquisition team if you require accommodations during the application or interview process.