Finance Manager

Finance Manager - Thermal SolutionsPregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.Location: New Albany, Indiana or Norfolk, NebraskaPosition SummaryLead the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and quarterly forecasting processes across multiple plants and business unitsDevelop driver-based financial models, scenario analysis, and what-if forecasting to support strategic decision-makingPartner with Operations and Plant Leadership to analyze manufacturing performance, cost structure, labor, efficiencies, waste, yield, and throughputDeliver detailed financial analysis on pricing, customer profitability, product mix, margins, and operational performanceComplete annual standard setting processSupport month end close by booking journal entries and ad hoc balance sheet reviewConduct weekly reviews of production order variances to identify unusual variances and report root causes.Host weekly P&L reviews with plant management and recommendations for improvements in the monthAnalyze monthly and quarterly variances between actuals and budget; provide root cause commentary and suggest corrective actions.Support pricing strategy decisions through margin and cost impact analysisAnalyze financial and operational KPIs to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and productivity improvementsSupport capital investment decisions through ROI analysis and financial modelingAct as a trusted business partner to Finance, Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, and Commercial teamsDrive accountability and cross-functional alignment around financial targets and operational executionWhat We're Looking ForBachelor's degree in finance or accountingSAP experience strongly desired5+ years of progressive FP&A, operational finance, or manufacturing finance experienceStrong background supporting manufacturing, packaging, industrial, or operational environmentsExperience with forecasting, financial modeling, budgeting, and scenario analysisStrong understanding of manufacturing cost drivers, cost accounting, and operational KPIsAdvanced Excel and financial systems experienceAbility to translate complex data into clear business recommendationsStrong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence leaders across functionsSelf-driven, highly organized professional who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environmentExpected travel up to 25%Diversity and InclusionWe believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/InclusionWe offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis' culture and achievements.