Sr Manager, Finance Process Improvement
Job Summary Medline is seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Manager Finance Process Improvement to lead and execute key initiatives that drive operational excellence, digital innovation, and process optimization across the Finance organization. This role is responsible for leading the finance process improvement team to identifying, designing, and implementing end-to-end process enhancements that improve efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with organizational goals. Working closely with cross-functional teams, the Senior Manager will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to understand complex requirements, align priorities, and deliver sustainable solutions. Success in this role requires strong leadership, analytical thinking, and a deep understanding of finance order to cash, record to report and procure to pay operations, collaboration with stakeholders and IT. This position will be based out of our Northfield, IL headquarters and will work on a hybrid model. Job Description Job Responsibilities: Partner with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to develop short- and long-term process improvement roadmaps that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives. Analyze existing finance processes (e.g., procure-to-pay, record-to-report, order-to-cash) to identify inefficiencies and lead and execute implementation of process improvement initiatives to optimize business processes, increase efficiency, and reduce waste, while delivering value to the organization. Serve as a change management champion, providing support and training to ensure successful adoption of process improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Tax, and IT to align improvement efforts with organizational priorities. Manage key projects such as the development of process documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent and compliant practices throughout the organization. Define and monitor KPIs to assess the impact of transformation initiatives and continuously refine strategies for improvement. Continuously monitor and evaluate business processes to identify opportunities for further improvements. Management responsibilities include: Typically, manages through multiple Managers and/or Supervisors. Oversee major projects/programs/outcomes. Budget responsibility. Interpret and execute policies for departments/projects and develops. Recommend and implement new policies or modifications to existing policies. Provide general guidelines and parameters for staff functioning. Hiring staff, recommending pay increases, performing performance reviews, training and development of staff, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of organizational policies. Minimum Job Qualifications: Education Bachelor’s degree Additional 7 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 3 years in transformation, process improvement, or project leadership roles 2 years managing people Strong understanding of ERP and Consolidation financial systems, data analytics, and emerging technologies Proven track record of leading finance simplification or process improvement initiatives Strong analytical, Sound decision making with creative problem-solving skills Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Proven ability to influence others and drive change management efforts cross functionally Attention to detail Position may require travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes Preferred Job Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or data science Master’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration or data science. Project Management Professional Certified (PMP) CPA or Six Sigma Certified strongly preferred Experience at a large multinational manufacturer/distribution company Familiarity with automation, process mapping, process mining and workflow tools Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive results in a dynamic environment Knowledge of applications and how they support business process improvement: Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Power BI and Microsoft Power Apps, process mining and mapping tools, RPA and workflow tools. Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization. The anticipated salary range for this position: $134,000.00 - $201,000.00 Annual The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold. Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here . For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp. We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here . Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
