Senior Finance Manager – Innovation

Worthington Enterprises

. Lead financial evaluation of the innovation pipeline from concept through commercialization .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $142,636 - $171,336 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial evaluation and P&L management, with a strong ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders. Proven track record in developing business cases, investment recommendations, and guiding innovation processes.

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Financial EvaluationP&L ManagementCross-Functional Team InfluenceFinancial ModelingDevelopmental Leadership

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisProfitability AssessmentMargin Structure AnalysisInvestment RecommendationsRisk IdentificationSensitivity AnalysisChange ManagementBusiness Case DevelopmentStage-Gate Review SupportResource Allocation

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsInfluencing SkillsLeadership Skills

Tools & Technologies

Oracle EPMHyperionExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

MBACPA

Industry Keywords

CPGBrand-Focused RolesInnovation PipelineCommercializationStakeholder Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead financial evaluation of the innovation pipeline from concept through commercialization
Present analysis and recommendations to senior management and internal stakeholders
Develop and maintain innovation P&Ls, business cases, and investment recommendations
Assess profitability, margin structure, volume assumptions, and return on investment for new products
Partner with Marketing, Innovation, Operations, R&D, Supply Chain, RGM, and Commercial teams
Establish financial criteria and decision frameworks for innovation prioritization
Facilitate financial alignment and transparency of key assumptions across stakeholders
Support stage-gate reviews and executive decision-making processes
Identify risks, sensitivities, and key assumptions affecting innovation outcomes
Recommend portfolio trade-offs and resource allocation
Provide guidance, direction, and developmental leadership to direct reports
Champion change management behaviors and influence business partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in Finance, ideally in CPG or brand-focused roles
Strong analytical skills with deep understanding of P&L management
Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Experience with Oracle EPM, Hyperion, or similar systems is a plus
MBA or CPA preferred
Ability to provide developmental leadership to direct reports

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits supporting health and financial wellness
Paid time off (PTO)
Annual incentive bonus based on Company performance (eligible employees)
Hybrid work arrangement