Director Finance (m/f/d)

About the role

We are seeking a results-driven, hands-on and strategic Director Finance (m/f/d) to join our leadership team in the US. Körber Pharma Packaging Materials LLC focuses on the development and production of secondary packaging materials for the pharmaceutical industry. The company belongs to the BU Körber Pharma Packaging Materials, where over 1,000 employees produce folding cartons, package inserts, and labels at six locations in Europe and the US. Packaging Materials is part of the unique Körber Pharma Ecosystem, providing machinery, materials, software and consulting services to the Life Science industry.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all aspects of the financial, administration, purchasing, compliance, tax and legal activities of the company
• Prepare all financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, shareholder reporting, tax returns, and governmental reports
• Oversee the monthly closing process
• Develop high-quality financial forecasts based on business projections and compare actual results to budgets and forecasts, making adjustments as needed
• Lead the financial planning process, recommend improvements to current methods, and define and maintain cost center and internal work order structures
• Analyze operations and customer margins to identify areas for improvements
• Support the purchasing function and lead strategic price negotiations with key suppliers
• Lead the department heads of Accounting, Controlling, HR, and work closely with other department leaders to monitor performance and make strategic recommendations
• Partner with the MD and President of Körber Pharma Materials LLC, the VP Finance of the BU in Europe and executive leadership to coordinate strategic planning, forecasting, performance management, and priority setting, serving as a trusted sparring partner
• Evaluate business case opportunities for expansion into new product or regional areas and lead strategic initiatives such as software implementations and ERP enhancements
• Support Körber Group M&A function in M&A projects and lead post-merger integration projects
• Manage compliance and legal matters, cash flow, banking relationships, working capital optimization, tax management, and transfer pricing
• Analyze business case opportunities for expansion and Capex projects
• Review KPIs regularly and initiate actions to ensure agility and sustained business performance

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance; a Master’s degree in Finance, MBA, and/or CPA is preferred
• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
• 5+ years experience in strategic purchasing and negotiations with suppliers
• Minimum of five years of manufacturing accounting experience; experience in the packaging industry is a strong plus
• Strong knowledge of accrual-based accounting principles
• Experience ensuring accurate financial reporting under U.S. GAAP and IFRS/HGB
• Solid understanding of work-in-process (WIP) accounting
• Experience with job costing and/or project-based cost accounting
• Excellent management and supervisory skills
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities
• Proficiency with database systems and accounting software applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to support cross-cultural collaboration and promote transparent communication
• ERP system knowledge and hands-on experience; SAP experience is a strong plus

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Must be able to pass a drug test and background check

Skills

• Financial analysis
• Strategic planning
• Cost management
• Supplier negotiation
• Team leadership
• Project management
• Compliance and regulatory affairs
• Financial reporting
• ERP system implementation
• Business case evaluation
• Post-merger integration

Benefits

• Athletic facilities
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional development programs
• Employee assistance program
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Annual bonus
• Company car
• Free meals

Pay

Your total compensation for this role is estimated to be $180k-230k at the time of posting

Schedule

The primary location will be in Camden, NJ.