Assistant Finance Manager

Company Description

To be the leading producer of glass bottles and jars worldwide you need passion, commitment and innovation baked into the very fabric of a business and its people. For more than 120 years, our glass makers have honed their craft—channeling their creativity into more than 1,800 patents held today.

When you join O-I you become part of that story.O-I has more than a century of experience crafting pure, sustainable, brand-building glass packaging for many of the world’s best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

We are dedicated to make what matters to shape a healthier, more sustainable and more exciting world. We transform the industry to make glass more relevant and more accessible to more people.

Why do you want to apply? The OIPS operations is striving to be a world-class packaging solutions distributor and to become the model for engaging small and emerging customers for O-I globally. O-I is a company that is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and offers opportunity for growth and advancement. https://www.o-ips.com/

Job Description

The Assistant Finance Manager is responsible for supporting the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting and analysis processes. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role focuses on executing advanced financial responsibilities, including financial close, forecasting, performance analysis, and internal controls.

The position plays a critical role in ensuring reliable financial data and actionable insights that support business performance and strategic decision-making.

The Assistant Finance Manager WillPartners closely with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams to ensure financial results accurately reflect business activities.

Bridge accounting processes with forward-looking financial planning, enabling improved visibility into financial performance, risks, and opportunities.

Use strong collaboration to resolve variances, support business initiatives, and enhance financial processes.

Provide guidance to team members and is expected to demonstrate ownership, accountability, and leadership in driving high-quality output.

• Have strong analytical capability, attention to detail, and the ability to influence decisions through data-driven insights while supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• The Assistant Finance Manager Should Have The Skills ToAssist in the quarterly preparation of a 3-year rolling forecast for EBIT and Cash, as well as weekly and monthly outlooks
• Ensure Finance Manager and Senior Leadership team receive accurate and timely financial reporting
• Month end close related activities as follows:
• Responsible for review and reconciliation of general ledger, fixed assets, various reconciliations and intercompany billings
• Calculation and preparation and support of various routine journal entries and accruals
• Research variances and instruct staff/shared services to resolve issues
• Prepare, analyze and present monthly operating results
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts
• Responsible for monthly Sarbanes Oxley reporting/ execution
• Assist in the preparation and review of financial analysis for customer contract negotiations and identify margin improvement opportunities
• Aids other departments and team members to ensure that Divisional accounting policies are followed, and controls are followed
• Analyze financial and operational performance to identify trends, opportunities, and risks
• Lead cost savings initiatives and replication of best practices
• Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis as required
• SCOPE AND IMPACT Directly impacts financial reporting accuracy, forecasting reliability, and overall business performance insights
• Supports effective decision-making by delivering timely and actionable financial analysis
• Strengthens compliance and risk management through disciplined processes and internal controls
• Drives improved cost management and margin performance through analysis and recommendations
• Enhances cross-functional alignment by connecting financial data with operational performance
• Contributes to process standardization, scalability, and continuous improvement across finance operations
• Influences business outcomes through participation in forecasting, planning, and strategic initiatives
• Travel

Requirements

• Up to 25% maximum

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required5+ years of relevant experience in accounting, financial analysis, or finance roles (director commercial Sales experience )
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
• Deep knowledge of income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow relationships
• Experience with financial close, forecasting, and performance analysis
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to work with large datasets and translate into actionable insights
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across multiple functions
• Experience supporting audits, internal controls, and compliance processes
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and operational efficiencies

Additional Information

What We Offer

Salary Range

The expected salary range for this position is between $85,000 - $100,000 and includes a possible quarterly incentive bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based upon candidate experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.O-I offers a very generous benefit package – some of the highlights are:

Vacation time and paid holidays Medical, dental, prescription and vision care coverage Pre-tax accounts Well-being program which includes opportunity to earn employer contributions Life and AD&D Insurance Disability Insurance Retirement saving plans with employer contributions Financial advisors to assist with retirement planning and financial wellness Employee Assistance Program O-I is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected category.

Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing hr.recruiters@o-i.com.