VP, FP&A for Sales and Distribution

Northwestern Mutual – Corporate Careers

4.5

(41)

Milwaukee, WI

Why you should apply for a job to Northwestern Mutual – Corporate Careers:

  • 4.5/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.9/5 in supportive management
  • 73% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 83% would recommend this company to other women
  • 86% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • A concierge service that will tackle your personal "to-do" list, such as running errands, organizing vacations, and scheduling services.
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave along with programs that support family planning services.
  • Strong commitment to philanthropy evidenced by the NWM Foundation and each employee receiving 16 paid hours annually for volunteering.
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    Position summary

    multi-year sales and field growth plans.

    • Work closely with leadership to assess field performance and distribution economics.

    • Partner with marketing to evaluate marketing spend efficiency, ROI, campaign performance, and brand investment strategy.

    • Support operational and service areas (Underwriting, Claims, Service, and Operations) with cost analysis, staffing plans, productivity measures, and process optimization insights.

    • Translate complex financial data into clear, concise narratives for executive and board-level presentations.

    Team Leadership:

    • Build and mentor a high-performing team focused on transformation and business planning.

    • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability.

    • Provide leadership and guidance to project teams to ensure timely and successful completion of initiatives.

    Qualifications :

    • Bachelor's degree required . Finance, Actuarial Science, Accounting preferred.

    • Expert financial planning and analysis skills.

    • Must have extensive and in-depth knowledge of company operations and culture.

    • 12+ years or more of relevant work experience in positions with increasing leadership responsibilities.

    • Superior organizational agility, communication, and negotiation skills to maintain strong relationships with all levels of leadership.

    • Superior analytical, critical thinking and decision-making skills. Ability to challenge effectively while building strong relationships at all levels in the company.

    • Ability to lead people, build teams and improve work processes.

    • A CPA or MBA preferred.

    Skills:

    • Advanced Excel and Expense Management Systems.

    • E xcellent leadership and team management skills.

    • Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.

    • Exceptional communication and presentation skills .

    • Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

    • Strong project management skills with a focus on delivering results.

    • Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools.

    • High level of integrity and professionalism.

    • Results-oriented with a strong sense of accountability.

    • Adaptable and resilient in the face of change.

    • Innovative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

    Compensation Range:

    Pay Range - Start:

    $167,300.00

    Pay Range - End:

    $310,700.00

    This role is eligible for additional short-term and long-term incentive compensation.

    We believe in fairness and transparency. It's why we share the salary range for most of our roles. However, final salaries are based on a number of factors, including the skills and experience of the candidate; the current market; location of the candidate; and other factors uncovered in the hiring process. The standard pay structure is listed but if you're living in California, New York City or other eligible location, geographic specific pay structures, compensation and benefits could be applicable, click here to learn more.

    Grow your career with a best-in-class company that puts our clients' interests at the center of all we do. Get started now!

    Northwestern Mutual is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages diversity in the workforce. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which each employee can contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, assume leadership and continue to focus on meeting and exceeding business and personal objectives.

    Why you should apply for a job to Northwestern Mutual – Corporate Careers:

  • 4.5/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.9/5 in supportive management
  • 73% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 83% would recommend this company to other women
  • 86% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • A concierge service that will tackle your personal "to-do" list, such as running errands, organizing vacations, and scheduling services.
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave along with programs that support family planning services.
  • Strong commitment to philanthropy evidenced by the NWM Foundation and each employee receiving 16 paid hours annually for volunteering.