Finance Director

About Pregis Pregis is a leading global provider of innovative protective packaging materials and systems. We design, develop, and deliver high-performance packaging solutions that protect products, improve operational efficiency, and create better brand experiences across consumer and industrial markets. Our solutions can be found in virtually every industry from ecommerce and logistics to food, healthcare, and manufacturing. Supported by a comprehensive sales, technical service, and distribution network, Pregis partners with customers to solve their biggest packaging and fulfillment challenges. With over 30 facilities across North America, manufacturing operations in Europe, and an expanding global footprint, Pregis continues to scale with the growing demand for smarter, more sustainable packaging solutions. We’re always looking for energetic, passionate people ready to make an impact. Opportunities span manufacturing, engineering, finance, sales, marketing, all united by a shared commitment to innovation and customer success. We’re dedicated to designing packaging that protects both products and the planet. Explore our sustainability initiatives and progress in our latest Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report: https://www.pregis.com/sustainable-packaging/sustainability-report/

Pregis

Protect. Preserve. Inspyre.

Inflatable Void Fill & Cushioning SystemsEngineered FoamAir CushioningSheet FoamCustomized Delivery SystemsMailersFoam-in-place systemsPaper Packaging SystemSurface Protection FilmField Technical Service

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pregis.com

1,001-5,000 employees

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Chicago, Illinois

1997

Privately Held

55k LinkedIn followers

• Lead the financial close process.
• Provide financial leadership and business partnership to the commercial and operations teams.
• Develop and execute financial strategies that support company objectives and growth plans.
• Deliver actionable insights to improve profitability, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Support strategic initiatives, acquisitions, expansions, and capital investment decisions.
• Contribute to the development of the company strategy across all areas of the business unit, challenging assumptions and decision-making as appropriate and providing financial analysis and guidance on all activities, plans, targets and business drivers to optimize the company's financial performance and strategic position.
• Partner with the business unit president and leadership team to deliver on an accelerated five-year growth strategy to grow the business over 5x in the next five-years.
• Direct activities associated with revenue generation, cost management, capital expenditure investment, asset management and balance sheet of the business unit.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Analyze financial and operational performance against budgets and targets.
• Plan, develop, organize, implement, direct and evaluate the organization’s financial function and performance.
• Establish and maintain a high performing team. Foster growth and development within the team.
• Drive cash flow and manage the working capital of the business.
• Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Oversee standard costing, product costing, and cost accounting processes.

• Candidates must have prior financial leadership experience in a progressive organization.
• Operational finance experience, including three years in a leadership position, is required for success in this role. Experience with SAP is preferred.
• Proven experience leading a multi-million dollar P&L, preferably in a product manufacturing business
• Seven to fifteen years of experience in related manufacturing industry
• BA/BS degree in Finance, Economics or Accounting. Master of Business Administration preferred.
• CPA/CMA preferred.

• The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Pregis’ total compensation package. The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $180,000 to $220,000, depending on experience and skills.
• Compensation details listed in US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits. Learn more about Benefits at Pregis.