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Ryan McCann

Chicago

Summary

Finance leader with almost 30 years of experience in financial planning and forecasting, specializing in cross-functional collaboration. Proven track record in driving transformation and enhancing operational standards to boost financial performance. Developed standardized financial modeling tools and led successful project P&L management across diverse clients. Expertise in cultivating relationships with senior leadership to influence decision-making and foster team growth.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manager

Deloitte
Chicago
06.2019 - Current
  • Senior finance leader with experience across FP&A, engagement finance, and finance transformation, supporting portfolios of up to $300M in annual revenue.
  • Led global teams of 20+ professionals, shaping operating vision, service offerings, talent experience, and operational standards for 200+ engagement finance professionals.
  • Trusted advisor to executive leadership on planning, forecasting, profitability, risk, pricing, and operational decision-making, delivering insights that improved visibility into account economics and business performance.
  • Transformed reporting, contract-to-cash, revenue recognition, controls, and engagement finance operations, enhancing scalability, governance, compliance, and financial performance.

Manager

Deloitte
Chicago
11.2015 - 05.2019

· Led end-to-end financial management and business advisory for complex portfolios of $100M–$300M in annual revenue, spanning 15 Fortune 500 clients and 40+ engagements across Audit, Consulting, Tax, and Advisory.

· Partnered with partners and account leadership on pricing, budgeting, forecasting, contract management, profitability, billing and collections, monthly close, and AP/AR, expanding Central Region portfolio responsibility by $350M and enhancing engagement quality, compliance, and execution.

· Built and led high-performing global teams of up to 20 professionals across US and India, launching a new team supporting $600M in firm revenue, while providing executive-ready analytics, training, competency development, and mentoring.

Manager, Finance Business Partner

Deloitte
Chicago
05.2007 - 11.2015

· Supported Central Audit Region across Chicago, Omaha, St. Louis, Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Michigan, and Eastern Iowa, contributing to operations in 6 offices, 2 groups, and 100+ PPDs over eight years.

· Partnered with regional and office leadership to analyze performance, shape forecasts and annual plans, and drive action on revenue recognition, receivable risk, and headcount utilization, improving financial visibility and decision-making.

· Delivered leadership presentations, conducted region-wide training, and implemented process improvements in forecasting, approval governance, and automation, establishing trust with business leaders and finance stakeholders.

FP&A Manager

Sprint
Chicago
03.2000 - 05.2007
  • FP&A professional with experience leading monthly reporting, quarterly forecasting, annual budgeting, variance and trend analysis, expense management, executive-level reporting, and cross-functional business-case support to drive stronger financial performance and informed decision-making.

Fund Accountant

State Street Bank and Trust Company
Kansas City
05.1998 - 03.2000
  • Maintained accurate books and records, NAV calculations, financial and investor reporting under US GAAP, cash management, performance reporting, and audit and tax support for investment partnership structures.

Education

MBA - Finance

Webster University
St. Louis, MO
05-2003

Master of Science - Business Administration And Management

Truman State University
Kirksville, MO
05-1998

Skills

  • Financial planning
  • Forecasting accuracy
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Operations management
  • Strategic planning
  • Performance analysis
  • Change management
  • Advised senior leadership

Timeline

Senior Manager

Deloitte
06.2019 - Current

Manager

Deloitte
11.2015 - 05.2019

Manager, Finance Business Partner

Deloitte
05.2007 - 11.2015

FP&A Manager

Sprint
03.2000 - 05.2007

Fund Accountant

State Street Bank and Trust Company
05.1998 - 03.2000

MBA - Finance

Webster University

Master of Science - Business Administration And Management

Truman State University
Ryan McCann