Join us as we empower the world to work out, creating healthier lives together.

At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we’re not just building fitness equipment, we’re pioneering workout experiences that move the world. We're looking for a highly analytical and motivated Senior Financial Analyst to join our Corporate FP&A team. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the financial future of an iconic global brand through strategic forecasting, business partnering, and high-impact analysis.

You’ll work cross-functionally with product development, R&D, IT, HR, and legal teams, while gaining visibility with our executive leadership and private equity partners. We’re looking for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, communicates with clarity, and brings a mindset of curiosity and continuous improvement.

We think customer first. We play as one team. We raise the bar on fitness innovation. We persevere and get it done. And above all, we inspire each other to live healthier lives. If this sounds like your kind of team, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a hybrid role, based out of our Global Support Hub in Rosemont, IL.
#LI-Hybrid – Monday and Friday are remote, Tuesday through Thursday are in-office collaboration days.

As a Senior Financial Analyst, you will:

Lead Forecasting, Budgeting, and Reporting:

• Lead quarterly and annual financial forecasts (e.g., 3+9, 6+6, AOP) across global regions, with a focus on OPEX—providing high visibility into business performance and priorities
• Consolidate FP&A outputs into clear, executive-level financial packages and presentations (ELT, Board, and private equity)
• Maintain accuracy and completeness of Longview financial data (actuals, forecast, FX rates, etc.)
• Translate actuals and forecasts into meaningful insights that inform decision-making and drive accountability
• Track and report on key financial metrics, including revenue, contribution margin, OPEX, and EBITDA

Partner Across the Business:

• Act as the primary FP&A partner for Product Development, R&D, IT, HR, and Legal:
  • Financial modeling of new product ROI and profitability
  • Budget management for spending and capital investments
• Build trusted relationships with business leaders and help them understand and manage their financial performance
• Collaborate with Accounting during month-end close to ensure accurate results and provide timely insights on performance drivers

Own Acquisition Requests (AR):

• Own the corporate AR process for capital and non-headcount expenses, ensuring timely approval workflows, clean documentation, and alignment to budget targets
• Support business leaders in building financially sound business cases that drive strategic investments

Drive Strategic Projects and Analysis:

• Lead or support high-impact initiatives that require structured financial modeling, scenario analysis, and performance tracking
• Conduct regional and functional profitability analysis to identify key drivers, trends, and opportunities for improvement

Improve Systems & Processes:

• Continuously improve forecasting and reporting workflows by partnering with RevOps, IT, Accounting, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Enhance reporting capabilities in Power BI, Longview, Oracle, and Excel to increase automation, accuracy, and impact
• Develop and maintain user-friendly templates for budget submissions and executive reporting

Support Executives with Insights:

• Craft clear, concise, and compelling financial narratives for senior leadership and private equity stakeholders
• Present insights with confidence and clarity, helping executives focus on what matters most
• Translate complex data into actionable recommendations to influence strategic decision-making

What Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is looking for in our Senior Financial Analyst:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA a plus
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or financial consulting
• Strong financial modeling and analysis skills, with the ability to translate data into insights and recommendations
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, ideally within a mid-to-large corporate environment
• Demonstrated ability to partner cross-functionally and influence business decisions through thoughtful analysis
• Advanced Excel skills are essential – certification is a plus; proficiency in financial systems such as Longview, Oracle, and Power BI