Finance Manager

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

• Manage the day to day Regional Finance processes across solution lines including, but not limited to, monthly forecasting, month end close, and office / region reporting as directed by the Finance Director
• Investigate and Communicate issues and areas of concern to the Finance Director.
• Consolidate, Review and Analyze Regional deliverables for all offices within the Region and provide insight and opinions on accuracy of underlying data.
• "Second in Command" under the Finance Director providing back up when FD unavailable.
• Lead and Develop Regional Finance colleagues both onshore and off, Assist in the progression of their current role.
• Develop understanding of the product offerings across solution lines and share same with colleagues within your Region. Be an Aon United leader.
• Execute the annual Region budget process.
• Continuously look to improve process / efficiency and accuracy.
• Articulate finance concepts clearly, translate for leader consumption, and communicate such effectively
• Respond to internal ad-hoc requests as assigned.

How this opportunity is different

This is a fantastic opportunity to be a regional finance partner for our US Midwest Region. You will have exposure to various business leaders and be an integral part of the team.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Bachelors degree required
• 5+ years of experience desired
• FP&A experience (Forecasting, Planning and Analysis) is required
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience presenting financials to management
• Critical thinking and leadership skills
• High proficiency in MS Excel and Access
• Experience in Workday GL and TM1 a plus

These attributes would also be great

• Results Driven - Must be a strategic thinker with the ability to translate the vision into actionable, quantitative plans. Ability to set clear and measurable performance plans, rigorously monitor progress against such plans, and link action to business priorities.
• Energy / Endurance - Shows passion, energy / endurance, intensity and excitement, maintaining focus while balancing multiple priorities inside of a very dynamic environment
• Team Building - Ability to influence others and forge strong diverse teams of people with multiple perspective and talents. Inspire commitment, motivate and energize others towards a common goal.
• Communication / Interpersonal Skills - Must be highly articulate and able to make arguments in a compelling manner. Accessible, a good listener and visible to others. Outstanding oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Integrity - Acts with integrity above all else. Demonstrates a clear commitment to the highest standards of professional and personal conduct, and holds others to the same standard.
• clear commitment to the highest standards of professional and personal conduct, and holds others to the same standard.

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.

We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com

For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Pay Transparency Laws:

The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $100,000 - $125,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.

The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Chicago, Illinois The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.

This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon's annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.

Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon's discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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