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.
• Prior project leadership experience required; people management experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in statutory and compliance reporting for relevant jurisdictions.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong technical expertise in statutory accounting and local Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proven experience working across multiple locations; shared services center (SSC) experience is an advantage.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex, multi-country environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across functions and geographies.
• Experience in financial transformation and process improvement initiatives is an advantage.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.

Why Greif

At Greif, your work has purpose. Your colleagues care about your well-being, and you’ll have opportunities to grow and thrive. Service and leadership are at the core of everything we do, and our global presence gives us a platform to make a positive impact in the world.

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. 

Compensation Range:

The pay range for this position is Ft14,254,900.00 - Ft24,233,300.00 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between18,000,000.00 to22,200,000.00 annually. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement:

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

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EEO Statement:

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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.