Controller

Saica US; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Training and mentorship within a глобa

Job summary

Saica Pack US in Hamilton, Ohio is seeking a motivated Controller to join our corrugated packaging manufacturing team. This role focuses on budgeting, financial reporting, and cost tracking, with collaboration across operations, HR, purchasing, and corporate finance.

The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in accounting and finance, be trainable, and eager to grow into a long-term financial leadership role within Saica's manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business (or related field).
• Basic understanding of budgeting, AP, AR, financial reporting, and P&L analysis.
• Strong Excel skills and analytical mindset.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; open to feedback and development.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Easily trainable and coachable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and management of plant budgets and financial forecasts.
• Support monthly financial closing activities and reporting.
• Analyze plant P&L statements and identify cost trends.
• Assist with variance analysis related to labor, production, scrap, overtime, and operational expenses.
• Support AP and AR processes.

Skills

Budgeting

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Financial reporting

P&L analysis

Excel

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Manufacturing environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

CPA certificate preferred (or in process)

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Support continuous improvement initiatives

Saica Pack US is seeking a motivated and career-driven Controller to join our growing corrugated packaging manufacturing team in Hamilton, Ohio. This opportunity is ideal for an individual with a strong foundation in accounting and finance who is eager to learn the Saica way of working, develop within a manufacturing environment, and grow into a long-term financial leadership role.

The ideal candidate will be highly trainable, adaptable, analytical, and willing to work collaboratively with operations, production, HR, purchasing, and corporate finance teams. This role will support plant financial operations including budgeting, accounts payable/receivable, cost tracking, financial reporting, and P&L analysis. Manufacturing experience is preferred but not required for candidates with strong accounting fundamentals and a willingness to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and management of plant budgets and financial forecasts
• Support monthly financial closing activities and reporting
• Analyze plant Profit & Loss (P&L) statements and identify cost trends
• Assist with variance analysis related to labor, production, scrap, overtime, and operational expenses
• Support Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes
• Help maintain accurate financial records and SAP system data integrity
• Partner with operational leaders to understand production costs and efficiency opportunities
• Prepare management reports and KPI summaries for plant leadership
• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes
• Participate in inventory tracking and cycle count reconciliation
• Support internal and external audit activities
• Collaborate with corporate finance and shared service teams
• Learn and apply Saica financial procedures, reporting standards, and operational philosophy
• Continuously seek process improvements and operational efficiencies

Key Success Factors

• Demonstrate willingness to learn the Saica culture and way of working
• Be adaptable and coachable
• Build strong working relationships across departments
• Show initiative and ownership in financial processes
• Develop strong operational understanding of manufacturing costs and plant performance
• Support continuous improvement initiatives

Compensation & Benefits

• Saica Pack US offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Training and mentorship within a global manufacturing organization

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, additional CPA certificate preferred (or in process of obtaining).
• Basic understanding of:
• Budgeting
• Accounts Payable (AP)
• Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Financial reporting
• Profit & Loss (P&L) analysis
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Easily trainable and open to feedback and development

Preferred

• Manufacturing or industrial experience
• SAP or ERP system exposure
• Experience working with budgets or cost analysis
• Understanding of manufacturing KPIs and cost controls