Senior FP&A Analyst

Ardagh Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Apprenticeship programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Ardagh Metal Packaging in Illinois seeks a Financial Planning & Analysis professional to support daily FP&A activities, including reporting, analysis and forecasting, plus assistance with annual budgeting and multi-year strategic planning.

The role interfaces with multiple functions, offering visibility to senior leaders and a path to contribute to monthly close and special projects.

The team values accuracy, initiative, and clear communication as you help drive business performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.
• 3–6 years of relevant financial experience, preferably FP&A.
• Manufacturing experience a plus.
• Self-starter with energy and initiative.
• Detail oriented with analytical experience.
• Collaborative style with written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong results orientation with good work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assist the FP&A manager and team with periodic monthly, quarterly reporting and analysis work.
• Develop reports and bridges to compare actual results to forecast, budget and last year and related commentary.
• Assist in process improvement and financial model development in FP&A, including P&L and balance sheet.
• Lead SG&A reporting and analysis, providing monthly insights on performance vs budget/forecast.
• Support annual plan development and improve forecast accuracy with cost center owners.
• Assist in ad-hoc analysis and presentation of business results for CFO and senior management.
• Assist in the annual budget cycle with reporting/analysis and process improvements.
• Support month-end close process.
• Handle other special projects as assigned.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Self-starter

Analytical mindset

Collaborative team player

Attention to detail

Results oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

Job description

Role Description

Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Financial Reporting this role will support the day-to-day FP&A activities including reporting, analysis, forecasting in addition to assisting in annual budgeting and multi-year strategic planning processes. This role will also help with monthly accounting support as needed.

Role Description

Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Financial Reporting this role will support the day-to-day FP&A activities including reporting, analysis, forecasting in addition to assisting in annual budgeting and multi-year strategic planning processes. This role will also help with monthly accounting support as needed.

The role will touch all aspects on the business and interface with various functions. It is a highly visible role with frequent exposure to senior leaders in the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the FP&A manager and team with periodic monthly, quarterly reporting and analysis work
• Develop reports and bridges / walks to compare actual results to forecast, budget and last year and associated commentary related to drivers of the variances
• Assist in process improvement and financial model development in the FP&A area, including P&L and balance sheet
• Lead SG&A reporting and analysis, providing monthly insights on performance versus budget and forecast, supporting annual plan development, and driving forecast accuracy through close collaboration with cost center owners
• Help with and lead ad-hoc analysis and presentation of business results as requested by the CFO and senior management
• Assist in the annual budget cycle with reporting / analysis and process improvements
• Support month‑end close process
• Other special projects as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
• 3-6 years of relevant financial experience, preferably FP&A
• Manufacturing experience a plus
• Advanced Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Self‑starter with good energy and initiative
• Detail orientation with analytical experience
• Collaborative style with proven written and verbal communication skills
• Strong results orientation with good work ethic

Ardagh Metal Packaging is a leading global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners. A subsidiary of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group and a leading industry metal packaging company, Ardagh Metal Packaging employs more than 6,300 people across Europe, North America and Brazil, with sales of approximately $4.7 billion.

Ardagh Metal Packaging believes that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued and can work to their full potential. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team - you’ll enjoy the journey!

Ardagh Metal Packaging – North America has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry (including association, affiliation, or participation with persons or activities related to national origin, English‑proficiency or accent, or immigration status), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or domestic partner status, age, veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these factors is prohibited.

The anticipated base annual salary range for this role is between $95,900.00 and $143,900.00 per year. This role is bonus eligible. The bonus incentive program is based on the company meeting or exceeding certain targets. Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate and is only applicable for roles that are based out of Illinois. The final salary will be determined after considering relevant factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and work location, where appropriate.

Benefits Offered

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Short‑and Long‑Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Apprenticeship programs
• Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups

Please note the compensation and benefits information above is accurate as of the date of this posting. Ardagh reserves the right to modify this information at any time in accordance with applicable law.