Financial Statements Reporting Expert (Statutory)

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: 

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

 

OUR PURPOSE: 

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. 

Job Requisition #:
034833 Financial Statements Reporting Expert (Statutory) (Open)

Job Description:

Role Overview

The Financial Statements Reporting Expert (Statutory) is responsible for statutory financial reporting, including year-end close, trial balance oversight, financial statement preparation, audit coordination, and regulatory reporting in compliance with local legislative requirements.

This role also supports quarterly SOX control activities through business analysis and may contribute to ad hoc internal reporting needs.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting and reporting expertise, along with solid project leadership capabilities.

The Expert, Statutory Reporting, oversees compliance-related obligations for a jurisdiction or region and may provide guidance to a small team of senior analysts.

Key Responsibilities



* Statutory Reporting: Lead and serve as a subject matter expert in the preparation and review of statutory reports for Greif’s international entities across one or more jurisdictions.


* Compliance Reporting: Manage quarterly and year-end statutory compliance obligations, including statutory, tax, and government reporting requirements for assigned jurisdictions.


* Controls and Compliance: Monitor and review SOX controls related to entity-level activities within the responsible jurisdictions.

Partner with enabling functions and business operations to design, strengthen, and implement internal controls and process improvements.


* Audit Coordination: Act as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders and external auditors to ensure efficient statutory audits and delivery against target KPIs.


* Process Management and Knowledge Sharing: Promote knowledge sharing by providing insights, training, and subject matter expertise.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration within the accounting team.

Education and Experience



* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required; MBA, CPA, or local equivalent preferred.


* Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in financial reporting, statutory reporting, or related accounting roles.


* Prio...