Finance Manager, Germany

Rieke Packaging Systems; Neunkirchen (Nahe); Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rieke Packaging Systems seeks a Finance Manager to ensure financial integrity, transparency and performance within our manufacturing environment. You will oversee statutory accounting under HGB, US GAAP and SOX, drive reporting, and act as a trusted partner to local stakeholders and the EMEA Finance organization.

You will lead cost control, risk mitigation and cross-functional budgeting, forecasts and management reports while coordinating with Purchasing, Sales and Operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual financial statements under German GAAP (HGB) and US GAAP with SOX compliance
• Manage General Ledger and VAT accounting

Job description

Role Overview & Purpose

The Finance Manager plays a key role in ensuring financial integrity, transparency, and performance of the organization within a manufacturing environment. The position is responsible for statutory accounting, controlling, and financial reporting in compliance with German GAAP (HGB), US GAAP, and SOX requirements, while actively supporting business decision-making across the value chain. Acting as a trusted business partner to local stakeholders and the EMEA Finance organization, the Finance Manager enables cost control, risk mitigation, and sustainable financial performance, ensuring that finance processes effectively support operational excellence and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare annual financial statements in accordance with German GAAP (HGB) and US GAAP, ensuring SOX compliance
• Take full responsibility for the General Ledger and VAT accounting
• Prepare and analyze Profit & Loss (P&L) statements and financial performance reports
• Manage and coordinate all controlling activities across the full manufacturing value chain
• Support the EMEA Financial Controller in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and management reports
• Act as a financial liaison between Finance and local departments (e.g. Purchasing, Sales, Operations)
• Identify cost reduction opportunities, financial risks, and inefficiencies; proactively propose mitigation actions
• Ensure accuracy, transparency, and timeliness of financial data and reporting

Remote Work

Limited remote work possible (1-2 days per week)