Financial Controller

Smurfit Kappa; Norwich; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension

Cycle to Work

Training & development

Confidential support

Free on-site Gym

Subsidised parking

Flexible working

Guaranteed interview

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Norwich is seeking a Financial Controller to join the site finance team. You will lead financial control, risk management, and reporting to drive performance and governance.

The role requires ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification, strong budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering skills, with a focus on precision, compliance, and team leadership. Travel and training opportunities are available, with a commitment to safety, well-being, and development across a diverse and

Qualifications

• Must be ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling capabilities.
• Proven experience in financial controls and governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate financial reporting and insights to senior management.
• Oversee site financial compliance, governance and audit processes.
• Lead budgeting, planning and forecasting activities for the site.
• Partner with operations to drive performance through data trends and insights.
• Mentor and develop finance team members.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Financial controls

People management

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification

Job description

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!

Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we're committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.

About Us

We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.

The Role

The Financial Controller is a key member of the Sheetfeeding finance team, and is primarily responsible for:

• Controller compliance - responsible for managing and reducing financial risk
• Monitoring and reporting of business performance - both financial and operational data
• Assisting with budgeting & forecasting
• Strategic business partnering - using data analysis & trends to shape organisational

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and meaningful business performance data, highlighting trends, risks, improvement opportunities
• Oversee and be responsible for all site financial compliance, corporate governance and reporting requirements, including audits, and generation of statements and reports in accordance with internal and external schedules
• Maintain robust financial controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets
• Monitor financial performance and provide analysis, insights, and recommendations to senior management
• Support business decision-making through financial modelling, reporting, and performance analysis
• Financial control of site fixed assets, capex and purchasing limits
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular reporting to senior leadership
• Oversee all purchase order and payable activities ensuring that webcycles are minimised
• Support transactional site requirements that have a financial element (i.e. payroll approvals, inventory management, headcount control, absence costs, overtime spend)
• Lead, develop, and mentor finance team members, promoting high standards of performance and professionalism
• Your job title does not limit your duties and the Company may require you from time to time to undertake any other duties within your capability.

Other Requirements

• Flexibility to travel as needed for site visits and training
• Valid driver's license
• Must be ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
• Free on site Gym
• Subsidised parking
• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
• Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, is undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.