FP&A Analyst at Novolex in Lake Forest, IL

FP&A ANALYST Job Locations US-IL-Lake Forest ID 2026-34664 Category Accounting/Finance Position Type Full Time Pay Type Salaried COMPANY OVERVIEW WHY CHOOSE US? Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs. OUR SUSTAINABILITY COMMITMENT 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. JOB DESCRIPTION Overview The FP&A Analyst will play a critical role in supporting Novolex’s financial planning, reporting, and performance management processes. This role partners closely with business leaders to deliver accurate, timely, and actionable insights that drive strategic decision‑making. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, highly analytical, and proactive in identifying opportunities to improve reporting, streamline processes, and enhance data integrity.   Key Responsibilities • Support the preparation, consolidation, and delivery of monthly management reporting, including P&L, cash flow, margin performance, and key operational KPIs. • Maintain standard reporting on a daily, weekly and monthly basis to enhance visibility into business performance. • Ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment of data across various reporting sources. • Streamline consolidation activities to reduce cycle time and improve reporting efficiency. • Partner in the development of Monthly, quarterly and Board level presentations; including standardized templates and content alignment • Support the end‑to‑end AOP and forecasting processes, including template design and implementation, timeline management, consolidation, and coordination across business units. • Ensure timely and accurate system submissions, provide guidance to stakeholders, and drive alignment to corporate targets. • Develop and deliver ad hoc analyses and reporting to support business needs, leadership requests, and strategic initiatives. • Provide insights that influence business decisions and highlight risks, opportunities, and performance drivers. • Identify opportunities to enhance reporting processes, improve data integrity, and reduce manual effort through automation and process improvement. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. • 1–4 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related analytical roles. • Strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem‑solving skills. • Advanced proficiency in Excel, including complex formulas; experience with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) preferred. • Experience with ERP and EPM Solutions a plus; SAP, OneStream, etc. • Ability to synthesize large and complex data sets to build dynamic reporting templates and financial models • Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with cross‑functional stakeholders. • High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy. Success Measures • High accuracy and timeliness of monthly reporting and forecasts. • Improved stakeholder satisfaction and reduced reporting cycle times. • Successful implementation of process improvement and automation initiatives. • Delivery of insights that meaningfully influence business decisions. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $54,300-$90,500 + bonus + benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. At Novolex, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.   The benefits for this role include 401(k) plan with company match, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid vacation, and sick days, paid parental leave, paid holidays and wellness program.   #LI-TM1 #INDSalaried COMPANY BENEFITS WHAT YOU'LL GET FROM US 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 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 MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.   Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact myHRservices@novolex.com.   Formerly Pactiv Evergreen OPTIONS Apply for this job onlineApply Share Email this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Application FAQs Software Powered by iCIMS www.icims.com