Senior Financial Analyst

Mauser Packaging Solutions; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Financial Analyst for Corporate Procurement & Logistics at Mauser Packaging Solutions will support global procurement and logistics through deep-dive financial analysis, internal management reporting, and cost optimization initiatives. The role collaborates with global teams to develop streamlined reporting and plays a key part in P&L variance analysis and budget development.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in data analysis/FP&A, with manufacturing experience and strong

Qualifications

• 5+ years of total professional finance experience, with 3–5 years in data analysis and FP&A.
• Manufacturing experience is highly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and financial modeling.
• Experience creating internal management reports and board decks.

Responsibilities

• P&L variance analysis: review monthly statements across SBUs to explain variances from material price fluctuations, freight volatility, and operational shifts.
• Prepare internal management reporting and analysis to support daily decisions, executives, and Board briefs.
• Lead budgets, forecasts, planning models, and monthly inflation data consolidation.
• Collect and validate monthly results from multiple units for accuracy and consistency.
• Assist in preparing monthly results decks for executive management and the Board.
• Perform procurement data and commodity analyses to manage risk and drive cost control.
• Develop automated reporting templates with global procurement and SBU operations.

Skills

Excel

Financial modeling

PowerPoint

Data analysis

FP&A

P&L analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Power BI

Oracle Hyperion

Microsoft Access

Job description

The Senior Financial Analyst for Corporate Procurement & Logistics plays a critical role in supporting Mauser Packaging Solutions' global procurement and logistics functions. The ideal candidate will manage internal management reporting, commodity index tracking, raw material analyses, supplier cost modeling, and key performance metric development. This is a hands‑on position requiring a professional who can "deep dive" into complex financial data while remaining focused on the big picture.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Data & Commodity Analysis

• Perform detailed raw material analyses, supplier cost modeling, and commodity index tracking to manage risk and drive cost control.
• Collaborate with global procurement and Strategic Business Unit (SBU) operations to develop streamlined, automated reporting templates that reduce administrative burdens.
• Provide critical analytical support to help teams achieve Mauser Earnings Initiatives Projects (EIP) goals, driving global cost optimization and business process integration.

Financial Planning, Analysis & Corporate Reporting

• P&L Variance Analysis: Review and interpret monthly profit and loss (P&L) statements across strategic business units to identify, quantify, and explain variances driven by material price fluctuations, freight volatility, and operational shifts.
• Prepare internal management reporting and analysis to support daily operational decision-making, executive leadership, and Board of Directors presentations.
• Lead the development of budgets, financial forecasts, planning models, and monthly inflation data consolidation.
• Collect, consolidate, and validate monthly financial results from multiple business units to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with corporate finance teams.
• Assist in preparing monthly results decks for distribution to executive management and the Board of Directors.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• Experience: 5+ years of total professional finance experience, with 3-5 years specifically focused on data analysis and FP&A. Experience within a manufacturing background is highly preferred.

Technical Skills

• Advanced Modeling: Outstanding Microsoft Excel, financial modeling, and PowerPoint skills are strictly required.
• Sourcing & Logistics Competency: Understanding of procurement frameworks (e.g., freight spend analysis, index-based contracting, landed cost calculation, and PPV/Purchase Price Variance reporting).
• Systems Experience: Familiarity with Oracle Hyperion, Microsoft Access, or Power BI is considered a strong plus.

Core Competencies

• Detail-Oriented & Ethical: High level of ethics, integrity, and discretion when handling confidential corporate information.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where priorities shift quickly.
• Project Ownership: Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to multi-task efficiently, meet strict deadlines, and take independent ownership of projects.
• Drive: Highly motivated and energetic, possessing a natural curiosity to learn and a passion for reporting excellence.