Assistant Controller

Southeastern Paperboard, Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Paperboard, Inc. in Greenville, SC, is seeking an Assistant Controller to support day-to-day accounting operations and provide accurate financial reporting.

This on-site role collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure timely closes and reliable data for senior management. Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, assisting with month-end and year-end close, and supporting payroll, AR/AP, cost accounting, and

Qualifications

• Strong general accounting skills with month-end close experience.
• Experience with journal entries and reconciliations.
• Proficiency with Excel for financial modeling and analysis.
• Knowledge of internal controls, compliance, and U.S. GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable; support payroll and cost accounting.
• Contribute to internal controls improvements and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights.

Skills

General accounting

Journal entries

Account reconciliations

Month-end close

Excel

Internal controls

GAAP

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Southeastern Paperboard, Inc., founded in 1978, is one of the largest and most diverse independent paperboard converters in the United States. Headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, the company converts thousands of tons of paperboard roll stock each month into packaging products for a broad range of clients. The organization is supported by a team of dedicated, motivated, and highly trained individuals who work with state-of-the-art equipment and uphold high standards of cleanliness and efficiency. With customers across the U.S. and internationally, Southeast Paperboard has achieved one of the highest client retention rates in the industry. The company’s core strength is its commitment to delivering the best possible products and services to its customers.

Role Description

The Assistant Controller is a full-time, on-site role based in the Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson, South Carolina area. This role supports the Controller with day-to-day accounting operations, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and assisting with month-end and year-end closing activities. The Assistant Controller monitors accounts payable and receivable, supports payroll and cost accounting processes, and helps ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. This position assists with variance analysis and contributes to internal control improvements and compliance with company policies and relevant regulations. The role also involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, responding to internal and external audit requests, and providing financial insights to support operational and strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Strong general accounting skills, including experience with journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems, as well as solid Excel skills for financial modeling and analysis.
• Knowledge of internal controls, compliance requirements, and basic U.S. GAAP principles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with operations and leadership teams.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing, packaging, or industrial setting preferred.