Financial Analyst

Company Statement

Graham Packaging is a leading manufacturer of sustainable packaging. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life. They're the kind of people you want as your friends and neighbors as well as your partners and suppliers. By building strong relationships and creating value for our customers, our employees embody the innovative spirit that's inherent to Graham. We truly are people building a better tomorrow.

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 Business Unit Controller
• 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

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• BS/BA Required in Finance or Accounting - CPA/MBA a solid plus
• 5+ 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

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.