Manufacturer Plant Controller

About Greiner Packaging:

At Greiner Packaging, we focus on delivering innovative, sustainable packaging solutions while fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and excellence. With a global presence and a commitment to digital transformation, we are dedicated to driving impactful change in the packaging industry. 

Position Overview:

Greiner Packaging is seeking a skilled and proactive Manufacturing Plant Controller to oversee the financial health and performance of our manufacturing operations in the U.S.. This role is integral to ensuring accurate financial reporting and strategic financial guidance. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in SAP and Reporting Systems, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and local compliance for U.S. GAAP.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Management and Reporting: 
  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings in compliance with IFRS, U.S. GAAP. 
  • Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance reports. 
  • Ensure adherence to U.S. GAAP and IFRS reporting. 
• Liquidity Planning:
  • Develop and update cash forecasts in line with established targets. 
  • Work with Treasury to ensure sufficient cash position is met. 
• SAP/ Reporting Software Expertise: 
  • Utilize SAP for financial transactions, reporting, and data analysis. 
  • Ensure proper data loading of Reporting Software
• Strategic Business Support:
  • Work closely with plant leadership to evaluate investment opportunities, including capital expenditures and operational improvements (Working Capital). 
  • Develop financial models and business cases to support strategic initiatives. 
  • Provide financial insights to plant and corporate management, focusing on profitability and operational efficiency. 
  • Implement and maintain robust internal controls across financial processes. 

Qualifications: 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification highly preferred. 

• Experience: 
  • 5+ years of financial management experience primarily in a manufacturing environment, ideally in an international Group 
  • Expertise in SAP systems and financial reporting systems (e.g. Hyperion). 
  • Deep knowledge of IFRS, U.S. GAAP compliance. 

• Skills and Abilities:

• • Strong communication, and lateral management/leadership skills. 
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities. 
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. 

Work Environment:

This role is based on-site at our Pittston, PA manufacturing plant.