Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Charter Next Generation•Chicago, IL

10d

About The Position

At CNG, we are owners. We empower every individual to make a significant impact — because every moment matters. Whether you’re starting your career journey or aiming for the next level, we foster a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated. Why Join CNG? Employee Ownership: Every employee receives equity shares, enabling you to participate in our company's growth and prosperity. Work-Life Balance: We support true work-life integration for all CNG employee owners. Career Growth: Advance your career within our expanding network of manufacturing facilities with comprehensive training and development programs. Purpose-Driven Work: Help create sustainable packaging solutions that reduce food waste and protect our environment for future generations. The Role From supporting internal teams to developing next-gen materials, our professional roles span strategy, innovation, and purpose. At CNG, you’ll do work that matters—and own it all.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field required; MBA or CPA preferred.
8-12 years of progressive finance experience with at least 5 years in FP&A.
Demonstrated experience leading budgeting, forecasting and long‑range planning processes.
Proficiency with ERP systems, planning tools (e.g., OneStream) and advanced proficiency in Excel.
Strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex financial issues for executive audiences.
Proven ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organization.
High attention to detail with ability to see the big picture.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

MBA or CPA preferred
Manufacturing industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the enterprise FP&A cycle, including annual budget development, quarterly forecasts, monthly outlooks and multi-year strategic planning.
Develop standardized planning frameworks, timelines and tools to ensure efficiency, accuracy and consistency in deliverables across the organization.
Serve as strategic advisor to executive leadership, providing data‑driven insights, scenario modeling, and recommendations that support key business decisions.
Lead the development of robust financial models, dashboards, and KPIs to evaluate business performance, margin trends and strategic initiatives.
Identify risks and opportunities and drive proactive action planning across the enterprise.
Provide clear, actionable insights that translate complex financial information into meaningful recommendations.
Deliver high‑quality monthly and quarterly reporting packages for the ELT and Board, including variance analysis, performance commentary and strategic insights.
Support preparation of materials for investor relations, M&A assessments and corporate strategy reviews, as needed.
Lead, mentor and develop the Senior Financial Analyst.
Promote a culture of analytical rigor, continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability.
Drive enhancements in systems, processes and reporting tools, including the adoption of advanced analytics and automation where appropriate.