Sr Financial Analyst

Description The Sr Financial Analystserves as a strategic finance partner to the General Manager, delivering insights that drive both short-term results and long-term growth. This role is accountable for building budgets and forecasts, producing monthly financial packages, and delivering clear analysis of performance drivers across the business. Areas of focus include sales and customer profitability, operating expenses, headcount, and operational efficiency. The role blends day-to-day reporting with forward-looking analysis to support decision-making and business strategy. This position reports directly to Vice President Finance - Packaging and is located at our Liberty Packaging Quad Cities location in Rock Island, IL. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Partner with the General Manager to provide actionable financial insight and guidance on business performance. Lead annual budget and periodic forecast cycles, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic goals. Prepare and deliver monthly financial results packages, including detailed commentary on variances and business drivers. Analyze P&L by customer, product, and channel to identify opportunities to improve profitability. Track and report operational performance metrics, ensuring alignment between financial results and production/operations. Monitor operating expenses and headcount, providing transparency and recommendations for cost management. Provide snapshot reporting (budget vs. actual, year-over-year) and trend analysis to highlight risks and opportunities. Build and maintain financial models and scenario analyses to support strategic decisions. Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Sales, and other teams to strengthen the link between financial results and operational drivers. Other duties, as assigned REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. 5+ years of experience in FP&A or a similar analytical role. Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with financial systems. Expert financial modeling and forecasting skills. Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to interpret complex data, identify key insights, and present insights to leadership. Proven ability to influence decision-making and collaborate across functions. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS Experience with Power BI or similar BI tools to create dashboards and trend reports. Familiarity with Amtech, JD Edwards, or other ERP systems. Knowledge of customer profitability analysis, cost structure management, and margin improvement practices. Background in manufacturing, distribution, or a similar industry. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The starting base salary range for this position is $83,232 - $104,040per year. The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting. We may pay above or below posted amount based on several factors, including, but not limited to education and/or certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses or deferred compensation options. At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regular sitting, standing, and walking throughout the day to accomplish tasks Manual and finger dexterity used regularly with some repetitive finger motions Ability to work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision; able to identify colors, small letters, and numbers; hand/eye coordination, depth perception and able to adjust focus Hearing and speaking Other conditions may include frequent reaching, stretching, pushing, pulling, pinching, grasping, and gripping. ABOUT OUR COMPANY Comprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota,Liberty Diversified International (LDI)is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, Virginia, California, and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics and building products. Since 1918, our values - Caring, Innovation, Trust and Excellence - have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior service and solutions for our customers. The LDI family of companies includesLiberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom SolutionsandQuarrix Building Products) and Safco. Liberty Diversified International is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.