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In 2025, Ascend Learning was recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, reflecting its focus on a positive and inclusive work environment.Role Description The Finance Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Chicago, IL, responsible for overseeing financial planning, reporting, and analysis to support strategic decision-making across the organization. This role includes managing budgeting and forecasting processes, preparing monthly and quarterly financial reports, and monitoring key performance indicators to ensure financial targets are achieved. The Finance Manager will collaborate with business leaders to evaluate investments, optimize resource allocation, and maintain accurate financial records in compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations. Day-to-day responsibilities also include supervising or mentoring finance staff, improving financial processes and systems, supporting audits, and providing clear, data-driven recommendations to senior leadership.Qualifications Strong financial planning and analysis skills, including experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.Proficiency in accounting principles and financial reporting, with the ability to interpret and present financial statements clearly.Advanced Excel and financial modeling capabilities; familiarity with ERP or financial management systems.Ability to partner with cross-functional teams, communicate complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders, and support strategic business decisions.Experience leading or supervising finance professionals, with a focus on developing talent and fostering collaboration.Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, CFA) is a plus.Background in technology, education, or healthcare-related organizations is beneficial, along with experience in a multi-site or multi-entity environment.Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.","company":"Ascends Learning","rawCompany":"ascends learning","city":"Chicago","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-27T12:05:06.194Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3031.00","title":"Financial Managers","slug":"financial-managers"},{"code":"11-3031.01","title":"Treasurers and Controllers","slug":"treasurers-and-controllers"},{"code":"13-2099.00","title":"Financial Specialists, All Other","slug":"financial-specialists-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"611430","title":"Professional and Management Development Training","slug":"professional-and-management-development-training"},{"code":"541618","title":"Other Management Consulting Services","slug":"other-management-consulting-services"},{"code":"541219","title":"Other Accounting Services","slug":"other-accounting-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Finance Manager","description":"Company Description Ascend Learning is a healthcare and learning technology company focused on high-growth, licensure-driven careers across multiple industries, with a particular emphasis on healthcare. 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