Power your Thirst for More at DrinkPAK, where we revolutionize beverage manufacturing, driven by automation and sustainability. Together, through grit and innovation, we break new ground in record time by acquiring the most advanced technology and attracting the brightest talent. Our explosive growth and journey through uncharted territories offers unique career opportunities enabling passionate individuals to reach their full potential. To support our teams, we offer enriching lifestyle accounts, comprehensive benefits, formal development programs, and an energizing environment. Drive your success at DrinkPAK, where we refresh, hydrate and nourish the world and our employees alike.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Pennsylvania Controller will report to our Senior Vice-President of Accounting and is responsible for overseeing the accounting team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Controller will possess a strong technical accounting background for both public and corporate accounting, the ability to lead, mentor and build a team, and will have a proven track record with progressive advancement in their career.
This position will ensure a timely and accurate month-end close process which includes financial reporting and analysis, general ledger reconciliations and supporting documents to prepare for the year-end audit. The Pennsylvania Controller will work closely with the California accounting department and management team to provide financial insights and strategic guidance for department growth.
BENEFITS: The well-being of our team members is critically important to us. As part of this commitment, we offer:
100% PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees, 100% for their dependents, paid by the Company
A cell phone stipend
401(k) match program, pet insurance, life insurance, and more
LOCATION: The position is based at DrinkPAK’s Beverage Manufacturing Facility in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
TYPE: Full Time; Salaried / Exempt
RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare and oversee financial statements, including, but not limited to, income statements, balance sheets, and trend analysis’.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, industry-specific financial regulations, and external party reporting requirements, including ASC 842 and 606.
Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes for the Pennsylvania location.
Work closely with operations, supply chain, and production teams to track plant activities on a daily basis and reflect all related financial and accounting implications in an accurate and timely manner.
Provide financial analysis and reporting to support business decision-making in a sufficient and timely manner.
Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets.
Supervise and develop accounting staff, including providing strategic direction for the accounting function and ensuring the team follows appropriate accounting standards and processes.
Support ERP system improvements and financial system enhancements.
Continue to improve processes, standard operating procedures and areas of risk mitigation.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA strongly preferred).
At least 10+ years of accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar; implementation experience a plus).
Advanced knowledge of Excel and financial modeling.
Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting in manufacturing.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Robust attention to detail and organizational skills with a high level of integrity and professionalism.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive financial discipline.
OUR VALUES
Our company’s culture is guided by our shared values of Speed, Intensity, and Purpose. These values are demonstrated in the following ways based on the role within the organization.
Speed: Take the initiative to promptly identify and address potential issues or opportunities. Maintain a sense of urgency in your work, completing tasks efficiently.
Intensity: Remain resilient in the face of challenges and setbacks by possessing a positive attitude, persevering through obstacles, and demonstrating adaptability in your approach.
Purpose: Take ownership of your responsibilities, and value the input and skillsets of your peers by working together as One PAK.
ABOUT DRINKPAK
DrinkPAK is the premiere manufacturer of canned beverages in North America. As producers of the largest and fastest-growing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the world, DrinkPAK provides full-service support for procurement, batching, processing, filling, packaging, warehousing, and distribution. Founded in 2020, DrinkPAK has revolutionized canned beverage manufacturing by offering extreme capacity and format flexibility through cutting-edge technology and a commitment to the best talent in the industry. For more information, visit www.DrinkPAK.com.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The employee frequently is required to talk and hear, in person, via video conferencing (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, etc.), and telephonically.
The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk and is frequently required to sit.
This position will travel, on occasion, to our headquarters in California and Texas facility.
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