Winpak-posted 9 months ago
Full-time • Senior
Sauk Village, IL
1,001-5,000 employees
Paper Manufacturing

Reporting to the Director of Finance, Business Unit Controller will provide leadership including coordination of company financial closing and related financial affairs. Ensure company accounting procedures conform to both U.S. and Canadian generally accepted accounting principles. Ownership of the company's general ledger and internal controls.

  • Ensures compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and other regulatory or governmental requirements such as Sarbanes-Oxley, and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
  • Direct and coordinate monthly/quarterly/annual financial reporting.
  • Lead preparation of accurate monthly reporting required for Corporate and the Consolidated Financial book.
  • Review Account Analysis for all locations.
  • Monitor transactions from Information Systems to the general ledger and ensure controls are in place to properly record company transactions, including elimination entries.
  • Coordinate the year end and financial audits.
  • Ensure Assistant Controller and Plant Management Accounting teams understand and comply with agreed financial procedures.
  • Drive improvements to financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency and control.
  • Oversee daily operations of the accounting department including authorization of company disbursements.
  • Review cash available for disbursement with the Credit Manager and the Accounting Manager in Toronto.
  • Maintain effective systems of financial control and keep financial control procedures under review.
  • Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate department staff.
  • Provide continuous cross-training and review job responsibilities to improve the month-end process.
  • Ensure intercompany transactions are properly accounted for and recorded.
  • Prepare and help lead new ERP system implementation.
  • Promote teamwork, cooperation, and effective communication within the department and company.
  • Work on special projects as needed.
  • Perform other duties to support the accounting team and other areas aligned with responsibilities.
  • Ensure all employees follow company GMP, sanitation, prerequisite programs, chemical control and food safety plans and policies.
  • Seven to ten years of experience in senior-level finance or relevant accounting positions.
  • Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including U.S./Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
  • Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems including ERP Systems and Fixed Asset Software.
  • Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections.
  • Working knowledge of costing and impact of manufacturing variance.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
  • Must be trained in and follow company policies on GMP, sanitation, pre-requisite programs, chemical control and food safety plans and policies.
  • Must be competent to carry out food packaging safety and quality responsibilities.
  • Ability to travel, sometimes overnight domestically and internationally.
  • Completion of CPA and/or MBA/Masters in Finance or Accounting is preferred but not required.
  • Understanding of Manufacturing accounting.
  • Managing and coaching of team members at all levels.
  • Competitive salary and benefit packages.
  • Excellent opportunities for professional growth and development.
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