Sr. Financial Analyst - Operations

Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.

• $80,000 - $105,000 base salary * + annual bonus
• Wellness rewards to fund your HRA or HSA
• Paid holidays, time off, parental and other leaves
• Financial protection benefits such as life, AD&D and disability insurance, and 401(k) Plan with employer matching contributions
• Education Support (for example, tuition reimbursement, Chairman's Scholarship, 529 College Savings Plan)
• Broad Based Employee Award Program-value sharing plan for all employees with one year of service
• Employee Assistance Program and much more!

*The range provided is based on cost of living/geography and what we believe is reasonable in the market at the time of posting. This role may be eligible for annual bonus and annual merit increase, as well as long term compensation. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors.

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

The Senior Financial Analyst plays a critical role in supporting operations within the IIB (International, Industrial & Beverage) business unit that supports seven plant locations.

This position is responsible for gathering, consolidating, and analyzing data from multiple sources to provide actionable insights that drive operational performance. The Senior Financial Analyst insights will support the development of dashboards, tools, and reports that enhance visibility into business trends and enable data-driven decision-making.

This role reports to the Finance Manager, Operations and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams including Plant Operations and IT.

Key Responsibilities

• Support & coordinate budgeting and monthly forecasting activities
• Manage capital spend
• Lead weekly spend reviews
• Support monthly reporting and presentation requirements with accuracy and timeliness
• Identify & implement opportunities for automation and streamline standard reporting
• Assist with ad-hoc requests as needed

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2-4+ years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or financial analysis
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with PowerQuery, PowerBI, Tableau, or similar data visualization tools preferred
• Familiarity with ERP systems (preferably SAP), consolidation systems (Hyperion and/or OneStream) and data extraction processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail and financial acumen
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage recurring deadlines with consistency as well as multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Self-starter who can handle ambiguity and proactively improve processes
• Effective communication skills with the ability to present data clearly to non-technical audiences
• MBA and/or CPA preferred

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance (including Telehealth options) as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through Novolex University. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

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