Company Statement:

Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life.

For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here.

At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce.

We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do—together—to create a better tomorrow. Working at Graham means you lead constructively with clear goals, use diverse thinking to drive excellence, accountability, innovation, as well as demonstrating collaboration, embracing learning, and taking action for continuous improvement and growth.

Overview:

The Financial Analyst will report directly to the Operations Finance Manager and will have reporting responsibilities for manufacturing locations in the North America Region, specifically:

Responsible for the monthly closing process for their assigned area, analytical review of plant financial statements as well as forecasting and budgeting at the plant level.

Support the Operations Finance Group in the development, improvement and training of processes and methodologies, cost reduction opportunities and the development of operational targets.

Partnership with Operations Leadership and Collaborating on operational improvement strategies

Report on key monthly operational metrics

Publish monthly reports for both actual / forecast results to all key stakeholders

In addition to supporting the Operations Finance Manager, this role will have expanded responsibilities including:

Development and delivery of training materials for release to all Controller’s;

Involvement in special projects to support all Graham facilities (including International);

Increased interactions with the Regional Controllers, Operations Finance Managers and Director of Finance

Taking on a leadership role within the BU Finance team.

Responsibilities:

Core Proficiencies and Skills

Insight

Identify key performance metrics that impact conversion costs and work with operations on reduction opportunities

Provide financial leadership for capital management, including working with the manufacturing organization to prepare financial analysis related to cost savings & maintenance projects (“AFEs”) 

Work closely with Plant Controllers to verify accuracy of monthly forecasts and actual results

Assist Regional Controllers when vacancies exist in Plant Controller roles

Control

External/Internal audit support

Assist in the management of the physical inventory audit process

Conduct plant audits for in scope key controls (SOX, Building Blocks)

Planning & Reporting

Responsible for financial closing process for assigned areas

Provide day to day financial and operational support

Perform manufacturing variance analysis

Assist in monthly forecasting process

Assist in preparation of annual budget

Assist management with financial analysis or special projects

Complete profitability analysis for assigned facilities/products, including data validation

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

BS/BA Required in Finance or Accounting –  CPA/MBA a solid plus

3+ years Accounting/Finance Experience, preferably in a manufacturing industry.

Must be highly proficient with Microsoft Office tools, such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.

Experience with SAP, Business Warehouse and Hyperion/HFM desirable.

Excellent analytical, problem solving, and data-manipulation skills

Effective communication skills - both interpersonal and written

Ability to work both individually and in a team environment

Ability to travel up to 25% of time to assigned locations for internal audits, SOX procedures, year-end inventories, and special assignments

The standard compensation for this role is $79,800 - $115,400. Salary offers will be determined based on final candidate qualifications, experience, skillset, and other relevant factors

Compensation Statement:

The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits Statement:

Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company’s 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.

EEO Disclaimer:

Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.