Senior Manager, Metal Beverage Accounting

At Ball, integrity and trust are the foundation of who we are. Guided by our core values —"We Care. We Work. We Win.”— we create a culture where every voice matters and every idea drives progress. Together with our global employees, customers, and partners, we’re turning bold sustainability goals into reality and shaping a future we can all be proud of. Create a new future. Apply Today. Your Opportunity to Make an Impact:At Ball, every role contributes to something bigger. Learn how this opportunity will allow you to grow your career while making a lasting impact on our business, our communities, and our planet: The Senior Manager, Metal Beverage Accounting plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of accounting activities across the Beverage Packaging, North and Central America division. This position leads key financial reporting and close processes, partners with cross-functional stakeholders, and drives continuous improvement initiatives that support operational performance and business growth. How You'll Make a Difference: The responsibilities below represent more than daily tasks. They are opportunities to make a difference, collaborate with talented colleagues, and contribute to meaningful outcomes: Responsible for completion of the month-end close process, including preparation, review, and posting of journal entries across key accounting areas. Oversee timely and accurate divisional close activities, including general ledger and ERP module close processes. Prepare, review, and analyze financial reports, balance sheet reconciliations, cash flow activity, and variance explanations. Ensure compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements while serving as a primary liaison for internal and external audits. Lead the preparation and submission of financial results and consolidation reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Drive accounting and systems improvement projects that support divisional objectives and growth initiatives. Collaborate with shared services, finance, and operational teams to support company-wide initiatives and reporting requirements. Support forecasting, annual operating plan development, and manufacturing system enhancement projects. Coordinate quarterly disclosure reporting for regulatory filings, including 10-Q and 10-K requirements. Manage, develop, and review the work of accounting professionals to ensure accurate and timely reporting. What Helps You Thrive in This Role: We're looking for curious minds, collaborative spirits, and motivated professionals ready to make an impact. Here are the skills and experiences that will help you succeed in this role: Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Finance degree may be considered with relevant accounting experience. Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience. CPA or Chartered Accountant designation preferred. Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements. Experience in manufacturing accounting environments. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications. Working knowledge of integrated ERP systems, preferably JD Edwards (JDE), and HFM. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels. Compensation & Benefits: Expected Hiring Salary Range:  $115,000 - $164,300 (Salary to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.) This role will be eligible to participate in the annual incentive compensation plan. Please visit our "Total Rewards" page to learn more about Ball’s comprehensive benefits structure. Hybrid On-Site Work Environment: Based in Colorado, this position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site for three (3) or more work days per work week (with core collaboration days of Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). [Travel and local commute between Ball locations and other possible non-Ball locations may be required.] When submitting your application to Ball, we encourage you to emphasize your skills, experience, and qualifications that align with the role. Ball Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody. All qualified job applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, aboriginality, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, age, political affiliation or any other non-merit characteristic.  Please note the advertised job title might vary from the job title on the contract due to local job title structure and global HR systems. 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