Controller - Plant (Multi-Site)

ProAmpac; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off + holidays

Job summary

ProAmpac seeks a hands-on Multi-Site Controller to lead accounting and financial operations for two manufacturing facilities in the US Flex division. The role focuses on cost accounting, budgeting, and reporting with monthly close duties and strong collaboration with plant leadership.

Based primarily at the White House, TN site, with support for Granite City, IL. Regular travel to Granite City is expected monthly, and a discretionary bonus may accompany base compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of financial management experience in manufacturing.
• Strong manufacturing cost accounting experience and budgeting.
• Proven ability to partner with plant leadership and influence decisions.
• Experience overseeing financial close, GL, reporting and audits.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted financial partner to plant leadership, guiding cost management and profitability.
• Oversee accounting and reporting for two facilities, ensuring timely monthly, quarterly, and annual closes.
• Lead cost accounting, GL management, budgeting, and financial analysis across both sites.
• Analyze costs, margins, inventory and working capital to identify improvements.
• Partner with Plant Managers to strengthen inventory control and continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain financial policies, reporting practices for accuracy and accountability.
• Prepare plant-level and consolidated financial reports highlighting trends, risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate audits and provide financial guidance on strategic initiatives.

Skills

Cost accounting

Inventory management

Financial reporting

Leadership

Analytical skills

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting software

Job description

Multi-Site Controller | Manufacturing

Location: White House, TN (anticipated primary location)

Multi-Site Controller | Manufacturing

Location: White House, TN (anticipated primary location)

Supporting: White House, TN and Granite City, IL

Travel: Minimum once per month to Granite City, IL

Position Type: Full-Time | Exempt

Division: US Flex

Drive Financial Performance. Partner with Operations. Make an Impact.

At ProAmpac, we're looking for a manufacturing finance leader who understands that success goes beyond the numbers. It's about using financial insights to improve operations, strengthen profitability, and help plant leadership make better business decisions.

We are seeking an experienced Multi-Site Controller to lead accounting and financial operations for two manufacturing facilities within our US Flex division.

This is an opportunity for a hands-on, strategic Controller who understands manufacturing operations, enjoys collaborating with plant leadership, and knows how to translate financial data into meaningful business results.

What You'll Do

• Serve as a trusted financial partner to plant leadership, providing insight and guidance to improve operational performance, cost management, and profitability.
• Oversee financial accounting and reporting for two manufacturing facilities, ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Lead cost accounting, general ledger management, budgeting, and financial analysis across both sites.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, material margins, inventory, and working capital to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with Plant Managers to strengthen inventory management, control costs, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and reporting practices that support accuracy, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Prepare and communicate plant-level and consolidated financial reports, highlighting key performance trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Coordinate audit activities and provide financial guidance on strategic and operational initiatives.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of financial management experience within a manufacturing organization.
• Strong manufacturing cost accounting experience, including inventory management, material margins, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Proven ability to partner with plant leadership and influence operational and financial decisions.
• Experience overseeing financial close processes, general ledger activities, financial reporting and audits.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business recommendations.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems used in manufacturing environments.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and a commitment to accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Where You'll Work

This position is anticipated to be based primarily at our White House, Tennessee facility, with responsibility for supporting our Granite City, Illinois operation.

Regular travel to Granite City is expected at least once per month, with additional travel based on business needs.

The role operates primarily in an office environment with periodic exposure to manufacturing operations. Appropriate personal protective equipment may be required when visiting production areas.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual Base Salary range $120,000 - 150,000 (based on experience) + STIP discretionary bonus.

Benefits

This position is eligible for ProAmpac's comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental and vision coverage; telemedicine and employee assistance program resources; paid time off and 11 paid company holidays; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; health savings account and flexible spending account options; company-paid life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life and AD&D coverage; short- and long-term disability insurance; accident, critical illness and identity theft coverage; wellness programs and incentives; and education and professional development assistance.

Additional details regarding ProAmpac's benefits are available at: https://careers.proampac.com/benefits/

Benefit eligibility, coverage and plan provisions are governed by the applicable plan documents and company policies.

Join ProAmpac

If you're a manufacturing finance professional who thrives at the intersection of financial strategy and plant operations, we'd like to hear from you.

Bring your financial expertise, operational mindset, and leadership skills to a role where your insights can make a measurable difference across two manufacturing facilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ProAmpac is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

ProAmpac provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process.

To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]

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