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FP&A Business Manager

KONE · Lisle, IL · $135,500–$177,870 a year · Full time

Posted Jul 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a Power BI dashboard or Excel model you built that changed a decision.

What they are checking: Whether their analysis actually influences business choices, not just sits in a file.

Tell me about a time you found an error in your own numbers after sharing them. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they correct mistakes quickly and openly, which builds trust in finance.

How do you promote a safety culture in a finance team?

What they are checking: Whether they connect with KONE's safety focus and see how it applies even outside the field.

Tell me about a time you improved a reporting process to save time or increase accuracy.

What they are checking: Whether they look for ways to make planning and reporting work better, not just repeat it.

What would you do

Margin came in two points below plan this quarter. How would you explain what happened?

What they are checking: Whether they can find the story behind the variance, like mix, labor or pricing, rather than just reporting the gap.

A business leader pushes back on your forecast as too conservative. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can defend assumptions with data while staying open to new information.

How would you work with operations managers who don't trust finance's numbers?

What they are checking: Whether they can build credibility by understanding the operation and partnering on the data.

About the work

Walk me through how you'd build an annual budget and investment plan for a business unit.

What they are checking: Whether they can run a full planning cycle with drivers, assumptions and sign-off from business leaders.

What drivers would you track for an elevator service and installation business?

What they are checking: Whether they can identify the real business drivers, like units under contract, labor hours and backlog, and build measures for them.

How do you evaluate whether a capital investment is worth making?

What they are checking: Whether they understand payback, NPV and risk, and can explain the case to non-finance leaders.

How do you make a variance narrative short enough that leaders actually read it?

What they are checking: Whether they can communicate key points clearly and briefly.

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The full job description

As published by KONE.

Founded in 1910, KONE is a global leader that provides elevators, escalators and automatic building doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization that add value to buildings throughout their life cycle. Our mission is to improve the flow of urban life and make our world’s cities better places to live by providing innovative solutions that help make people’s journeys safe, convenient and reliable. Our operations in over 60 countries around the world has helped us achieve our position as an innovation and sustainability leader with repeated recognitions by Forbes , Corporate Knights for clean capitalism and others. Are you ready to make your next career move to join our team as our FP&A Business Manager  for KONE Americas in KONE Lisle, IL? • Do you enjoy documenting and driving budget and investment plans? • Does determining the story behind what the numbers convey and the narrative, while also using the narratives to capture the business reasons behind key variances motivate you? • Do you thrive in areas where you identify what drives success within the function and develop measures for those drivers? • Are you skillful with computer skills such as proficient use of Excel and visual databases (Power BI)? • Do you demonstrate a passion for quality and results? • Are you committed to promoting a safety culture in your team? • Are you looking for the opportunity collaborate and work with Sr. Leaders? If you answered a resounding YES to these questions, then we have an amazing opportunity for you! Location of position: Lisle, IL Job Duties As our FP&A Business Manager , you will develop and coordinate budgeting, forecasting and analysis of unit’s operations / fixed cost. You’ll also provide financial leadership and partnering with leaders to maximize investment opportunities, identify and manage cost savings, and provide monthly analysis and forecasting. This role will supply timely, accurate information to leaders to help and support them in executing the planned business and budget actions. You’ll also monitor key metrics (including KPIs) and proactively address issues to management. You will bring 10+ years of progressive and successful FP&A experience to KONE. You will use the knowledge gained through your bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance, or similar field. Master’s degree preferred. Other Listed Duties as Needed • Champions lean and the reduction of non-value-added activities • Proven leader and business partner • Ability to collaboratively work with all levels of leadership, employees, and external partners. • Excellent accounting, analysis and organizational skills. • Ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects and work under rigid time constraints. • Ability to write reports, develop business models and key indices for a business. • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees, managers, internal and external customers and the general public. • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. About KONE At KONE, we foster an innovative and collaborative culture, valuing each individual's contribution. Employee engagement and sustainability are key focuses, promoting ethical practices and mutual respect. We're proud to offer experiences and opportunities to help you achieve career and personal goals while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We hire individuals who value culture because we believe culture drives innovation. • We value your authentic self. • Collaborative, creative, and supportive work environment. • Passionate about safety, quality, and innovation • We care about the communities where we live and work. Just some of our many benefits include: • Competitive salary • Flexible work schedule • Opportunities to learn and grow • 401K Employer Match • 401k Employer Non-elective Contribution • Well-being Program • Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance • Digital Health Solutions & Telehealth • Health Savings Account (HSA) • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) • Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP) • Family & Medical Leave • Parental Leave • Leave to Care for a Domestic Partner • Paid Time Off & Holidays • Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance • Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance • Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability • Buy-Up Long-term Disability • Critical Illness Insurance • Hospital Indemnity & Accident Insurance • Identity Theft Protection • Legal Insurance • KONE Credit Union • Tuition Reimbursement • Commuter Benefits Annual Base Pay Range: The hiring range for this role is $135,500 – $177,870. The compensation package offered will depend on candidate’s ability to meet the requirements of the role, needs for the business strategy, and a range of factors unique to each candidate, including their skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and location. Variable Compensation KONE Annual Bonus plan at 15% Target Incentive (60/40) based on achievement of company goals and individual goals. Come share your passion and energy to make a positive impact at KONE for our customers and your career ! *Beware of Recruitment Scams!* KONE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Read more on www.kone.com/en/careers #LI-JP IND123 At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life. Read more on https://careers.kone.com/en/

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