Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.

We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.

The FP&A Manager will play a crucial role in establishing and leading an FP&A team. This role is responsible for providing strategic financial insights, driving financial planning, forecasting, budgeting and performance analysis to support the firm’s strategic goals and decision-making processes. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of financial principles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to create transparent financial models that facilitate executive decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish FP&A function: Build and scale the FP&A team from the ground up, identifying and implementing best practices, processes, and tools
• Financial Planning: Lead the annual budgeting process and long-term strategic planning. Work closely with senior management to develop forecasts and financial models
• Analysis and Reporting: Perform timely and accurate financial analysis, including variance analysis and provide insights to senior management. Prepare and present financial reports.
• Performance Management: Develop KPIs, dashboards, and performance management systems to monitor business performance and identify areas for improvement
• Strategic Advising: Partner with business leaders to evaluate financial outcomes, support business cases for new initiatives, and provide recommendations to drive profitability and efficiency
• Expense forecasting: Create detailed expense forecasts. Track performance against forecasts and provide recommendations for corrective actions
• Financial Data Management: Ensure data integrity and accuracy within all financial reporting systems.
• Cost Management: Analyze costs and identify areas of cost savings to improve operating efficiency
• Ad Hoc Analysis: Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reports as needed to support strategic initiatives and special projects
• Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with departments such as trading, technology, and HR to ensure alignment of financial and business goals.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting Economics, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 10+ years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or a related role, ideally within the trading, financial services or technology industry
• Technical skills: Proficient in financial modeling and analysis software (e.g., Excel, SQL, financial reporting tools). Knowledge of ERP systems is a plus (Workday, Oracle preferred)
• Communication skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely
• Leadership: Proven track record of leading; ability to manage multiple priorities and projects concurrently
• Attention to detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial analysis and reporting

The annual base salary range for this position is $140,000 to $220,000, depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.  In addition, DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401k (with discretionary employer match), short and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.

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