Assistant Mill Controller

Domtar; Hawesville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Learning & growth opportunities

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Domtar in Hawesville, Kentucky is seeking an Assistant Mill Controller to oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and cost control for the site.

This full-time position requires at least 5 years in manufacturing accounting, a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Business (CMA/MBA preferred; CPA a plus), and experience with SAP and advanced Excel.

Join a team committed to GAAP compliance, strong internal controls, and continuous improvement in a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a supervisory/management capacity in a manufacturing accounting environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business; CMA/MBA; CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting (internal and external).
• Provide financial leadership for cost control and strategy.
• Lead analysis for operating and capital projects to optimize performance.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing and reporting timelines.
• Coordinate forecasting and site budgeting processes.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and effective internal controls.

Skills

Good communicator

Time management

Self-sufficient

Results driven

Detail oriented

Decision making

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business

CMA and/or MBA; CPA preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Hawesville, (Kentucky, United States) is seeking talent to fill the position of Assistant Mill Controller. This job is full-time permanent.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely financial (both internal and external) and management reporting
• Provide financial and business leadership to entire operation to ensure cost effective decisions and strategy
• Lead, coordinate and perform analysis for operating and capital projects to optimize performance and earnings
• Develop and support an environment of continuous cost and profit improvement
• Coordinate and review, month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing and reporting to meet corporate deadlines
• Coordinate and review the forecasting and budgeting process for the site
• Ensure financial results appropriately reflect operational results
• Ensure compliance with company policy and GAAP guidelines for financial reporting
• Maintain effective system of internal controls that are validated with audits and in compliance with corporate and legal regulations
• Assist the accounting department including, but not limited to provide coaching, organization and delegation of tasks, succession planning, recruiting, and performance management
• Actively participate in division/company-wide initiatives to improve effectiveness and efficiency of financial reporting

Required Education/Professional Experiences

• A minimum of 5+ years’ experience in a supervisory/management capacity in a manufacturing environment in the accounting area
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business, preferably CMA, and/or MBA
• Working knowledge in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel capabilities
• Experience working in MS Office and ERP systems, preferably SAP
• CMA and/or MBA; CPA, preferred

Critical Competencies

• Good communicator at all levels of organization, in both written and verbal formats
• Excellent time management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Self-sufficient, results driven and detail-oriented mindset
• Excellent decision making and strong communication skills
• Proven leader skills, fostering positive teamwork dynamic

Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.