Financial Analyst

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries.

The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.  

 

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.  

 

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn. 

 

OUR VISION: 

Being the customer service company in the world. 

 

OUR PURPOSE: 

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. 

Job Requisition #:
034213 Financial Analyst (Open)

Job Description:

Are you a detail-driven finance professional with a passion for turning data into meaningful business insights? Join our dynamic finance team as a Financial Analyst, where your analytical mindset and adaptability will play a key role in driving financial accuracy and supporting strategic decisions. 

In this role, you will take ownership of critical accounting processes, including P&L analysis, cost and asset accounting, and intercompany compliance—ensuring the integrity and reliability of financial reporting in a fast-evolving business environment. 

 

Key Responsibilities 



* Own and review the monthly P&L, ensuring accurate accounting of revenue, costs, and expenses 



* Perform financial postings, review Month-End Close packages, and ensure timely completion of close activities 



* Partner with Financial BPs to investigate, analyse, and explain financial variances 



* Prepare and post reclassifications, and other journal entries 



* Review Purchase Price Variances and collaborate with procurement to resolve discrepancies 



* Manage VAT processes, including preparation, submission, payment initiation, and documentation in BlackLine 



* Conduct monthly Balance Sheet reviews (accruals, prepayments) in collaboration with the GL Specialist 



* Approve balance sheet reconciliations for accruals and prepayments 



* Support SOX compliance activities, including fixed asset counts and overhead/labour rate updates 



* Prepare statistical and regulatory reports as required 

Education and Experience 



* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 



* Working knowledge of accounting and Finance processes and an aptitude to create financial analysis (proven track record of conducting reporting and analysis is considered an advantage) 

 

Skills and Knowledge 



* Experience working with ERP systems 



* An analytical mindset with the ability to navigate complex financial data and adapt to changing business needs 



* The ability to transform numerical data into business insight, enabli...