Pactiv Evergreen Inc.
Director Financial Planning Analysis
Pactiv Evergreen Inc., Lake Forest, Illinois, United States, 60045
Overview
Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex, a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging. Our product portfolio supports foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex is committed to engineering sustainable choices through continuous research and development and operates a global manufacturing network with two world‑class plastic film recycling centers.
We value a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Please contact TalentHelp@Pactiv.com for accommodations.
Our Social Responsibility platform includes a robust employee‑led Give Back program, matching gifts, community grants, and a Company‑wide Month of Action. Employees are empowered to support their communities and support the non‑profits important to them and their families.
Benefits
$180‑200,000 base salary + annual bonus
Medical, dental and vision options
Wellness rewards to fund your HRA or HSA
Paid holidays, time off, parental and other leaves
Financial protection benefits: life, AD&D, disability insurance, and 401(k) plan with employer matching
Education Support (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 more
Responsibilities The Director, FP&A – Business Support is a senior leader who partners across the enterprise to drive financial clarity, operational alignment, and strategic decision‑making. The role reports to the VP of FP&A and leads complex business support activities across Procurement, SG&A, Synergies, Market Insights, and AOP processes.
Position Summary As a strategic operator in a highly matrixed environment, you translate data into actionable guidance and support executive‑level stakeholders (CFO, BU CFOs, functional leaders, and the executive team). You help strengthen and streamline financial processes across the combined Novolex organization and elevate the quality of reporting, forecasting, and business insights.
Business Support and Performance Insight
Serve as the primary FP&A partner to Procurement, Innovation & Sustainability, and other G&A functions
Drive monthly savings tracking, reporting, and deck support
Lead quarterly savings deep dives in coordination with the CFO and Procurement leadership
Support SG&A financial management, including monthly reporting, functional insights, and quarterly forecast alignment
Manage SG&A AOP processes
Drive synergy tracking in partnership with the Business Transformation Office for actuals, forecasting, and AOP
Support Investor Relations with Q&A research, insights, and ad‑hoc analytics for investor decks
Financial Planning & Forecasting
Support the enterprise AOP process
Deliver timely, accurate monthly forecasting and performance analysis across supported functions
Develop KPIs and dashboards to monitor drivers, savings, efficiency measures, and progress against strategic targets
Guide leaders through scenario planning, risk & opportunity assessment, and financial trade‑off decisions
Process Improvement & Analytics
Provide financial insights, trends, and drivers to support executive decision‑making
Deliver high‑quality executive‑ready presentations and reporting materials for the CEO, CFO, Board of Directors, and leadership teams
Act as a strategic thought partner to the VP of FP&A on enterprise reporting, AOP structure, synergy communication, and integrated planning initiatives
Qualifications Candidate Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
8+ years of progressive finance experience, including strong FP&A leadership
Proven ability to operate effectively in a matrixed, fast‑paced environment, ideally within manufacturing, multi‑site operations, or private‑equity‑backed organizations
Strong business partnering experience supporting G&A leaders
Demonstrated success in planning cycles (budget, forecast, AOP) and financial modelling
Experience with synergy tracking, savings analysis, and transformation environments strongly preferred
Technical aptitude with analytical systems (Power BI, Tableau, Hyperion, SAP, Oracle, Excel)
Excellent communication, executive presence, and the ability to turn complexity into clarity
Preferred Attributes
Experience supporting integration, acquisition, or major organizational transformation
Strong analytical storytelling skills—able to distill insights into compelling, actionable recommendations
Comfort leading cross‑functional discussions, influencing senior leaders, and driving alignment
Ownership mindset, high integrity, and ability to thrive amid ambiguity and change
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Finance and Sales
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We value a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Please contact TalentHelp@Pactiv.com for accommodations.
Our Social Responsibility platform includes a robust employee‑led Give Back program, matching gifts, community grants, and a Company‑wide Month of Action. Employees are empowered to support their communities and support the non‑profits important to them and their families.
Benefits
$180‑200,000 base salary + annual bonus
Medical, dental and vision options
Wellness rewards to fund your HRA or HSA
Paid holidays, time off, parental and other leaves
Financial protection benefits: life, AD&D, disability insurance, and 401(k) plan with employer matching
Education Support (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 more
Responsibilities The Director, FP&A – Business Support is a senior leader who partners across the enterprise to drive financial clarity, operational alignment, and strategic decision‑making. The role reports to the VP of FP&A and leads complex business support activities across Procurement, SG&A, Synergies, Market Insights, and AOP processes.
Position Summary As a strategic operator in a highly matrixed environment, you translate data into actionable guidance and support executive‑level stakeholders (CFO, BU CFOs, functional leaders, and the executive team). You help strengthen and streamline financial processes across the combined Novolex organization and elevate the quality of reporting, forecasting, and business insights.
Business Support and Performance Insight
Serve as the primary FP&A partner to Procurement, Innovation & Sustainability, and other G&A functions
Drive monthly savings tracking, reporting, and deck support
Lead quarterly savings deep dives in coordination with the CFO and Procurement leadership
Support SG&A financial management, including monthly reporting, functional insights, and quarterly forecast alignment
Manage SG&A AOP processes
Drive synergy tracking in partnership with the Business Transformation Office for actuals, forecasting, and AOP
Support Investor Relations with Q&A research, insights, and ad‑hoc analytics for investor decks
Financial Planning & Forecasting
Support the enterprise AOP process
Deliver timely, accurate monthly forecasting and performance analysis across supported functions
Develop KPIs and dashboards to monitor drivers, savings, efficiency measures, and progress against strategic targets
Guide leaders through scenario planning, risk & opportunity assessment, and financial trade‑off decisions
Process Improvement & Analytics
Provide financial insights, trends, and drivers to support executive decision‑making
Deliver high‑quality executive‑ready presentations and reporting materials for the CEO, CFO, Board of Directors, and leadership teams
Act as a strategic thought partner to the VP of FP&A on enterprise reporting, AOP structure, synergy communication, and integrated planning initiatives
Qualifications Candidate Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
8+ years of progressive finance experience, including strong FP&A leadership
Proven ability to operate effectively in a matrixed, fast‑paced environment, ideally within manufacturing, multi‑site operations, or private‑equity‑backed organizations
Strong business partnering experience supporting G&A leaders
Demonstrated success in planning cycles (budget, forecast, AOP) and financial modelling
Experience with synergy tracking, savings analysis, and transformation environments strongly preferred
Technical aptitude with analytical systems (Power BI, Tableau, Hyperion, SAP, Oracle, Excel)
Excellent communication, executive presence, and the ability to turn complexity into clarity
Preferred Attributes
Experience supporting integration, acquisition, or major organizational transformation
Strong analytical storytelling skills—able to distill insights into compelling, actionable recommendations
Comfort leading cross‑functional discussions, influencing senior leaders, and driving alignment
Ownership mindset, high integrity, and ability to thrive amid ambiguity and change
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Finance and Sales
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