Senior Finance Manager

Cabka develops clever and transformative solutions for shipping goods around the world. We take plastic waste and transform it into reusable transport packaging. This is how we turn the used into the useful. Transformation is our power because we know that while resources are limited, possibilities are endless. Together with our customers, we transform entire supply chains and beyond, combining technology, innovation, and sustainability.At our company, we believe transformation starts with the right team. We are building something meaningful in North America, and we need a financial leader ready to shape our accounting and finance function as we scale. If you're passionate about creating order from complexity, driving operational excellence, and positioning a business for sustainable growth, this is your opportunity. Ready to take the reins of our finance operation and chart a path to the director role? Join us as Senior Finance Manager based in St. Louis Your responsibilities Accounting & Financial Reporting: Own the monthly close process end-to-end and oversee all reconciliations (incl. daily bank reconciliations) in SAP—covering General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Asset Accounting—driving accuracy, timeliness, and reliable financial reportingFinancial Planning & Analysis:Drive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analyses to deliver clear financial projections and actionable insights for management decision-makingPerform cost accounting analysis to inform pricing strategies, profitability management, and business optimizationFinancial Operations & Treasury: Lead FinOps initiatives, managing cash flow, working capital optimization, supplier payment strategies, and expense controlProcess & Governance: Formalize accounting records and drive continuous improvement—developing SOPs, championing automation, and embedding best practices across the finance functionCompliance, Audit & External Relations: Serve as primary contact for external auditors, bankers, and insurance brokers, managing audits, regulatory submissions, and compliance with public company (Dutch Stock Exchange) accounting standards, incl. local tax compliance and submissionsTeam Leadership: Lead and mentor the accounting team (Assistant Controller/Accounting Specialist), fostering ownership and continuous learning Your profile Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA strongly preferred5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including full accounting cycle management and month-end close leadershipProven experience supporting external audit processes and compliance in a public company environmentLeadership experience managing small finance teams or direct reportsHands-on experience with SAP or similar ERP systems (GL, AR, AP, Asset Accounting)Advanced Excel skills (financial modeling, data analysis, complex formulas); experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar BI tools a plusExcellent analytical skills with a track record of identifying inefficiencies and driving process improvementsHigh level of integrity in handling confidential/sensitive financial dataStrong communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to build relationships across departments and with external partnersFluent in English; additional languages a plus Preferred QualificationsFamiliarity with international accounting standards (GAAP or IFRS) in detailBackground in an industrial or manufacturing environmentCuriosity and enthusiasm for exploring AI, automation, and emerging finance technologies Your Path to the Director Role This is not just a senior manager position – it is a direct successor pathway to the Finance Director role. We are seeking someone with the strategic mindset, operational discipline, and leadership presence to grow into the top finance position. If you demonstrate strong execution, strategic thinking, and the ability to build and lead a high-performing team, your transition to Finance Director will follow naturally. This is your opportunity to shape our financial function from the ground up and lead it into the future. What we offer Independent work with flexibility and creative freedom to drive change and innovation in our finance functionClear, accelerated pathway to the Finance Director role for a high-performing leaderOpportunity to build and formalize accounting processes, embed best practices, and create the finance culture you want to leadExposure to public company governance, operations, and strategic decision-makingCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packageProfessional development and training opportunities to support your growthA great team with strong collegial support and mutual respectFlat hierarchies, a respectful leadership culture, and an open working atmosphereWe embrace Diversity and Inclusion and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all of our applicants as well as our employees – regardless of gender, age, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation and gender identity, physical and mental ability, cultural, ethnic or national origins. Are you an innovative out-of-the-box thinker with a passion for changing the world to the better tomorrow? Then we are looking forward to your application! Please use our online application form to apply.