Finance Manager - P&L Ownership

Dart Container • Mason, MI

248d

About The Position

We are seeking a Finance Manager who will serve as a strategic business partner — someone who brings strong financial acumen, analytical depth, and the ability to translate data into actionable insights. This individual will be responsible for full P&L ownership, identifying and influencing the key drivers of both revenue growth and cost management. This role will support either our Food Service or International business units — both of which are fast-paced and highly visible within the organization. It offers an excellent opportunity to take ownership of financial performance, shape business outcomes, and contribute meaningfully to overall strategic goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in finance, accounting, economics, business, or related field of study
• 5+ years of experience in FP&A, brand finance, marketing finance, or related role
• Strong P&L Management Experience: Proven experience in full P&L management with a significant focus on revenue generation
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing strategies that drive revenue growth
• Strong financial analysis and modeling skills, including experience with budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and experience with data visualization tools like Power BI for generating and interpreting financial reports
• Demonstrated ability to work as a strategic partner to senior leadership, influencing decisions and driving financial performance
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and building relationships with stakeholders across the organization
• Effective communication skills to translate complex financial information into understandable and actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders
• Project management skills to lead cross-functional initiatives and strategic projects
• Problem-solving mindset: Ability to assess complex business challenges and develop actionable solutions
• Ability to be a proactive leader with a strong bias for action

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree or MBA (preferred) with a focus on finance, strategy, or business management
• Industry-specific experience in CPG or Retail Packaging industry, preferred
• Up to 5% domestic travel

Responsibilities

• Be the primary financial advisor to the BU VP, offering strategic guidance on financial performance, opportunities & risks and investments
• Assist in managing the P&L, ensuring optimal resource allocation and delivering actionable insights from financial statements and variance analysis
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop financial plans and forecasts that align with revenue and margin goals
• Analyze key financial data (sales, margins, ROI) to identify areas for improvement and support critical investment decisions
• Prepare and present financial reports, performance metrics, and key drivers to senior leadership and other stakeholders
• Develop ROI analyses for capital projects, including new product launches, capacity expansions, automation initiatives and other critical investment decisions
• Work closely with Pricing, Product Line Management, Account Management, Trade, and Sales teams to ensure pricing decisions and promotional programs are financially sound
• Lead cross-functional projects and contribute to strategic initiatives and portfolio optimization/SKU rationalization efforts
• Stay informed on industry trends, market conditions, and competitors to provide valuable insights and recommendations for business
• Collaborate with Power BI, Accounting, Sales, Manufacturing and Supply Chain teams to ensure consistency of data across company

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Short-term disability
• Tuition assistance
• Product discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree