Job Purpose/Summary :

Reporting to the Regional Finance Manager for Germany & Eastern Europe, this role will assist the Finance function for the MPS Tczew and Peremarton facilities, supporting the existing local organization in compliance with Company policies, Financial Planning & Analysis, and act as a leading business partner for operational and support functions.

How you will impact WestRock:

Business Partner with the operational & functional leads, provide support, guidance, and advice to both them and their regional management team
Execution of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, in particular ensuring the integrity of the balance sheet and the plausibility of the income statement, as well as ensure regional FM & Ops Director are informed on a timely basis
Complete relevant monthly reporting packs & requirements
Manage & prepare annual operating plan and quarterly forecasts
Act as a key driver for change, lead development & efficiency improvements
Lead financial control and assessment of CAPEX project, allocation, and forecasting for your sites
Monitor & implement internal controls in line with company policies and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Principles
Coordination of tax returns, financial statements, and other compliance matters
Key contact for annual audits/ tax topics
Support with strategic factory planning (medium and long term)
Manage the preparation of statutory annual financial statements & statistical filings
Supervise tax concerns including VAT
Management & development of local finance team including treasury, accounts receivable & accounts payable

What you need to succeed:

Completed degree in finance with at least five years of professional experience
Knowledge in the areas of accounting, controlling, and reporting
Proactive and hardworking and someone who can build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Demonstratable experience of excellent analytical, numeracy, organizational and communication (including English language) skills
A person who is self-motivated, problem solve and can work independently
Ability to prioritise and work under pressure
Able to present data to stakeholders in a clear and logical way
Proficient in MS Packages including highly competent in Microsoft Excel
Flexible individual willing to take on tasks outside the list above and taking ownership of all assigned tasks
Knowledge of the use of the SAP FI module and ERP systems with knowledge of Hyperion being desirable

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