Controller Facility III

International Paper•Columbia, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Controller directs the facility’s financial activities by establishing and maintaining effective fiscal procedures and controls, analyzing performance, and recommending or directing actions to maximize the business’s financial return to the division and corporation. The role provides leadership and people-development support to the accounting staff and is accountable for accurate books and records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and compliance with division and corporate policies, procedures, and practices. The Controller ensures accurate and timely completion of daily, weekly, and monthly responsibilities and reports. The position directs preparation and analysis of the annual strategic plan, capital plan, monthly operating results, trends, capital projects, and operating forecasts to meet facility objectives. It also manages the finance staff’s day-to-day work, including financial transactions, analytical work, and team-member development.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree with a focus on accounting and/or finance.
Five years of experience managing a financial or accounting department.
Three years of experience in a manufacturing-related environment.
Proven ability to analyze financial statements and identify potential problems.

Nice To Haves

CPA.
Experience in the corrugated industry.
Experience in cash management.
Builds Effective Teams.
Business Insight.
Collaborates.
Courage.
Drives Vision and Purpose.
Nimble Learning.
Plans and Aligns.

Responsibilities

Direct the facility’s financial activities and establish and maintain effective fiscal procedures and controls.
Analyze performance and recommend or direct actions to maximize financial returns to the division and corporation.
Provide leadership and people-development support to the accounting staff.
Ensure accurate books and records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
Ensure the business complies with established division and corporate policies, procedures, and practices.
Ensure accurate and timely processing of daily, weekly, and monthly responsibilities and reports.
Direct the preparation and analysis of the annual strategic plan, capital plan, monthly operating results, trends, capital projects, and operating forecasts.
Manage finance staff day to day, including financial transactions, analytical work, and team-member development.