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)
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, ensuringaccurateaccounting of revenue, costs, and expenses
Performfinancial postings, review Month-End Closepackages, and ensuretimelycompletion 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 Variancesand collaborate with procurement to resolve discrepancies
Manage VAT processes, including preparation, submission, payment initiation, and documentation inBlackLine
Conductmonthly Balance Sheet reviews (accruals, prepayments)in collaboration with the GL Specialist
Approve balance sheet reconciliationsfor accruals and prepayments
Support SOX compliance activities, including fixed asset counts and overhead/labourrate updates
Prepare statistical and regulatory reports asrequired
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 (proventrack recordof conducting reporting and analysis is considered anadvantage)
Skills and Knowledge
Experience working with ERPsystems
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, enabling informed decision-making
Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approachto challenges
High levelof attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communicationskills—both written and verbalin English
Proficiencyin Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environment
At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.
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EEO Statement:
We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.
For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

Greif (NYSE: GEF, GEF.B), is a global leader in industrial packaging products and services and is pursuing its vision: be the best performing customer service company in the world. The Company produces steel, plastic and fibre drums, intermediate bulk containers, reconditioned containers, containerboard, uncoated recycled paperboard, coated recycled paperboard, tubes and cores and a diverse mix of specialty products. The Company also manufactures packaging accessories and provides filling, packaging and other services for a wide range of industries. Greif also manages timber properties in the southeastern United States. The Company is strategically positioned in more than 35 countries to serve global as well as regional customers. Additional information is on the Company's website at www.greif.com.