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Nautilus Solar Energy's ("NSE") FP&A Analyst will be responsible for analyzing, reporting, and forecasting capital expenditure for projects placed in service and under development. They will assist with a 12-month view of monthly liquidity reporting and weekly cash forecasting of construction activities. This position acts as a liaison between various groups, including Construction, Structuring, M&A, Capital Markets, Accounting, Community Solar, Legal, and FP&A. This position reports to the FP&A Manager. This position is remote, with <10% travel required.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Construction, Structuring, M&A, Capital Markets, Accounting, Community Solar, and Legal teams to consolidate input and ensure accuracy in forecasting.
- Prepare monthly capex budget vs. actual and budget vs. budget variance analysis, identifying key drivers and providing commentary for management review.
- Provide financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and project planning.
- Work with the team to continue to develop and improve current systems and processes.
- Assist in putting together presentation material for monthly liquidity meetings and yearly budgets.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Identify opportunities to automate manual FP&A processes by utilizing AI/LLM tools.
- Prepare materials for actuals vs modeled cash flows for Operating Portfolios
- Other ad-hoc responsibilities/projects.
Requirements
College degree: Accounting or Finance majors preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects on different timelines.
Ability to work independently in a team-oriented and fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
High Proficiency in Excel.
Working knowledge of NetSuite, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Power BI or other BI tools.
Possess analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with various levels and functions of the organization.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
AI power user preferred - comfortable using AI tools for data cleaning, modeling, and analysis.
Unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S.
Benefits
Compensation: $75,000-$85,000
Nautilus Solar Energy's ("NSE") FP&A Analyst will be responsible for analyzing, reporting, and forecasting capital expenditure for projects placed in service and under development. They will assist with a 12-month view of monthly liquidity reporting and weekly cash forecasting of construction activities. This position acts as a liaison between various groups, including Construction, Structuring, M&A, Capital Markets, Accounting, Community Solar, Legal, and FP&A. This position reports to the FP&A Manager. This position is remote, with <10% travel required.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Construction, Structuring, M&A, Capital Markets, Accounting, Community Solar, and Legal teams to consolidate input and ensure accuracy in forecasting.
- Prepare monthly capex budget vs. actual and budget vs. budget variance analysis, identifying key drivers and providing commentary for management review.
- Provide financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and project planning.
- Work with the team to continue to develop and improve current systems and processes.
- Assist in putting together presentation material for monthly liquidity meetings and yearly budgets.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Identify opportunities to automate manual FP&A processes by utilizing AI/LLM tools.
- Prepare materials for actuals vs modeled cash flows for Operating Portfolios
- Other ad-hoc responsibilities/projects.
Requirements
College degree: Accounting or Finance majors preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects on different timelines.
Ability to work independently in a team-oriented and fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
High Proficiency in Excel.
Working knowledge of NetSuite, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Power BI or other BI tools.
Possess analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with various levels and functions of the organization.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
AI power user preferred - comfortable using AI tools for data cleaning, modeling, and analysis.
Unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S.
Benefits
Compensation: $75,000-$85,000
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How do I get a director of fp a job in Chicago?
Chicago's strongest hiring pockets for director of fp a roles are in the Loop's financial services corridor, the Near North Side's insurance and professional services firms, and Fulton Market's growing tech and healthcare companies. Candidates with experience modeling multi-entity P&Ls, supporting M&A activity, or partnering with C-suite on capital allocation decisions stand out here. A background in manufacturing or distribution also opens doors, given Chicago's industrial base.
Which companies hire director of fp as in Chicago?
Chicago director of fp a roles are posted by Mars, Kraft Heinz, and World's Finest Chocolate and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. The Chicago market includes a broad mix of Fortune 500 corporations headquartered downtown, regional healthcare systems, and private equity-backed midmarket companies all actively seeking senior FP&A leadership.
Are there remote director of fp a jobs in Chicago?
Yes, though director of fp a is a senior leadership role that often requires in-person executive collaboration, so fully remote positions are less common than hybrid arrangements. About 87% of director of fp a openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting employer flexibility on non-meeting days. Strategic planning cycles and board prep work tend to be the most location-flexible parts of the role in Chicago.
How can I get a director of fp a job in Chicago with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is progressing through senior financial analyst or FP&A manager roles at Chicago's midmarket companies or regional divisions of larger firms before stepping into a director seat. Chicago's robust community of private equity portfolio companies and healthcare networks frequently promote internally from manager-level roles. Building experience with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle and presenting to senior leadership in any FP&A capacity accelerates the path considerably.
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