Regional Controller

Berry Global, Inc.; North Bay; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional Controller to join its Finance team. This pivotal role involves managing financial reporting and P&L responsibilities across multiple plants, ensuring compliance with accounting principles while driving financial performance. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in manufacturing costing and ERP systems to enhance profitability and support strategic financial planning. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a company that values diversity and individual growth, fostering a collaborative environment where your insights can lead to impactful changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent experience.
• Prior experience with ERP systems and strong understanding of manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage plant financial reporting and P&L responsibilities for multiple plants.
• Drive improved financial performance by identifying and executing opportunities.

Skills

Financial Reporting

P&L Management

Cost Reduction Strategies

Budget Management

ERP Systems (JD Edwards)

Manufacturing Costing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Tools

MS Office

JD Edwards

Job description

Overview

Harnessing the strength in our diversity and industry-leading talent of 40,000+ employees across more than 240+ global locations, we develop, design, and manufacture innovative products with an eye toward the circular economy. At Berry Global, we believe in the extraordinary power of people and their unique talents, experiences, and perspectives that help shape a shared future of innovation, inspiration, and influence. Every employee at Berry Global has the opportunity to make their mark on our company and the world around us. Together, we champion a people-first culture that cultivates individual growth, diversity, and collaboration, unleashing our collective strengths to forge a path to greater success for our company, people, and planet. For more information, visit our website, or connect with us on LinkedIn.

As a member of our Finance team, the Regional Controller will ensure that reported plant results comply with generally accepted accounting principles. This person will also help improve financial performance by working closely with Plant Management, Operations, Product Line Management, and Sales.

This Regional Controller will support two CMG Plastics locations (Somerville, NJ, USA and Brantford, ON, CAN). The ideal candidate would be located near Somerville, NJ, USA.

Responsibilities

• Manage plant financial reporting and P&L responsibilities for multiple Berry plants.
• Work closely with Plant Manager & V.P. of Operations for the facilities to identify and measure ways for improving the profitability of the business.
• Drive improved financial performance by identifying and executing opportunities to increase sales and reduce costs.
• Ensure the facilities are Sarbanes Oxley compliant.
• Manage annual budget process.
• Capital planning for plant maintenance and cost reduction projects.
• Understand and implement best practices.
• Complete monthly financial reporting requirements.
• Provide accurate monthly financial forecasts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of manufacturing costing, inventory, and data processing.
• Prior experience with ERP systems (preferably JD Edwards) and MS Office.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations desired.
• Understanding of Sarbanes Oxley as related to manufacturing accounting.
• Capability to build/maintain excellent rapport with management staff at each facility.
• Ability to travel as needed.