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Körber Group
Director Finance
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A Vice President or Director of Finance manages the daily financial activities of a company or organization. Oversees accounting, bookkeeping, accounts receivables and payables, and financial administration.
$200,445 / year median in New Jersey
+5% projected growth
Job Description
We are seeking a results-driven, hands-on and strategic Director Finance (m/f/d) to join our leadership team in the US. Körber Pharma Packaging Materials LLC focuses on the development and production of secondary packaging materials for the pharmaceutical industry. The company belongs to the BU Körber Pharma Packaging Materials, where over 1,000 employees produce folding cartons, package inserts, and labels at six locations in Europe and the US. Packaging Materials is part of the unique Körber Pharma Ecosystem, providing machinery, materials, software and consulting services to the Life Science industry. The Director of Finance will be responsible for directing and overseeing all aspects of the financial, administration, purchasing, compliance, tax and legal activities of the company, which has two locations: the main location in Camden, NJ, which houses most of the company's functions and our smaller production site in Apex, NC. The primary location will be in Camden, NJ. As the company's commercial conscience, you identify opportunities to increase efficiency and initiate cost savings. Your role in our team You will direct the preparation of all financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, shareholder reporting, tax returns, and governmental reports, and oversee the monthly closing process
You will develop high‑quality financial forecasts based on business projections and compare actual results to budgets and forecasts, making adjustments as needed
You will lead the financial planning process, recommend improvements to current methods, and define and maintain cost center and internal work order structures
You will analyze operations and customer margins to identify areas for improvements
You will support the purchasing function and lead strategic price negotiations with key suppliers
You will lead the department heads of Accounting, Controlling, HR, and work closely with other department leaders to monitor performance and make strategic recommendations
You will partner with the MD and President of Körber Pharma Materials LLC, the VP Finance of the BU in Europe and executive leadership to coordinate strategic planning, forecasting, performance management, and priority setting, serving as a trusted sparring partner
You will evaluate business case opportunities for expansion into new product or regional areas and lead strategic initiatives such as software implementations and ERP enhancements
You will support Körber Group M&A function in M&A projects and lead post-merger integration projects
You will manage compliance and legal matters, cash flow, banking relationships, working capital optimization, tax management, and transfer pricing
You will analyze business case opportunities for expansion and Capex projects
You will review KPIs regularly and initiate actions to ensure agility and sustained business performance Your profile You have a B.S. degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance; a Master's degree in Finance, MBA, and/or CPA is preferred
You have 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
You have 5+ years experience in strategic purchasing and negotiations with suppliers
You have a minimum of five years of manufacturing accounting experience; experience in the packaging industry is a strong plus
You have strong knowledge of accrual‑based accounting principles
You have experience ensuring accurate financial reporting under U.S. GAAP and