Controller - Plant (Multi-Site)

ProAmpac•White House, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

ProAmpac is seeking an experienced Multi-Site Controller to lead accounting and financial operations for two manufacturing facilities within its US Flex division: White House, Tennessee, and Granite City, Illinois. The position is anticipated to be based primarily at the White House facility and requires travel to Granite City at least once per month, with additional travel based on business needs. The Controller will partner with plant leadership to use financial insights to improve operational performance, cost management, and profitability. The role oversees financial accounting and reporting, cost accounting, general ledger management, budgeting, financial analysis, and financial close processes across both sites. It also analyzes manufacturing costs, material margins, inventory, and working capital; supports inventory management and continuous improvement; maintains financial policies and reporting practices; prepares plant-level and consolidated reports; and coordinates audits and financial guidance for strategic and operational initiatives. The role operates primarily in an office environment, with periodic exposure to manufacturing operations. Appropriate personal protective equipment may be required when visiting production areas. The position is full-time and exempt. Annual base salary is $120,000–$150,000, based on experience, plus a discretionary STIP bonus. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; telemedicine and employee assistance resources; paid time off and 11 company holidays; a 401(k) plan with company match; HSA and FSA options; company-paid and voluntary life and AD&D coverage; short- and long-term disability insurance; accident, critical illness, and identity theft coverage; wellness programs and incentives; and education and professional development assistance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 10 years of financial management experience within a manufacturing organization.
Strong manufacturing cost accounting experience, including inventory management, material margins, budgeting, and financial reporting.
Proven ability to partner with plant leadership and influence operational and financial decisions.
Experience overseeing financial close processes, general ledger activities, financial reporting, and audits.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business recommendations.
Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems used in manufacturing environments.
Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and commitment to accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted financial partner to plant leadership, providing insight and guidance to improve operational performance, cost management, and profitability.
Oversee financial accounting and reporting for two manufacturing facilities and ensure accurate, timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
Lead cost accounting, general ledger management, budgeting, and financial analysis across both sites.
Analyze manufacturing costs, material margins, inventory, and working capital to identify improvement opportunities.
Partner with Plant Managers to strengthen inventory management, control costs, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and reporting practices that support accuracy, accountability, and operational excellence.
Prepare and communicate plant-level and consolidated financial reports, highlighting performance trends, risks, and opportunities.
Coordinate audit activities and provide financial guidance on strategic and operational initiatives.
Travel to the Granite City, Illinois operation at least once per month, with additional travel as business needs require.