Mill Controller

Graphic Packaging International; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 129,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with employer matching

Health & Welfare Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx

Short & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

FSAs & HSAs

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off & holidays

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International is seeking a Mill Controller to lead the financial function for a paper mill site. You will ensure timely reporting, maintain internal controls, analyze financial impacts of operating decisions, and clearly present variances and results.

The role requires strong analytical skills, manufacturing finance experience, and leadership of the mill’s financial staff and purchasing function as part of the leadership team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a Business related field required; CPA, CMA or MBA preferred.
• 7-10+ years in an Accounting/ Finance role; Manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Proven ability to drive P&L performance and autonomously lead the financial function for an operating site
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office Suite tools
• ERP systems experience required; SAP strongly preferred
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate and communicate across all levels and functions of the organization

Responsibilities

• Analyze month-end results (P&L and Balance Sheet) including variance analysis
• Develop month-end results package for Mill to present to Senior Management
• Provide monthly financial forecasts and analysis
• Provide key decision support to mill management
• Coordinate the mill annual budget process; data collection, analysis, consolidation with risk/opportunity review
• Develop and maintain financial controls in accordance with company policies and protect assets

Skills

Financial analysis

ERP systems

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

CPA/CMA/MBA preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

About Graphic

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

About Graphic

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

Job Summary

The Mill Controller leads the financial function for the paper mill site and actively participates in the operations side of the business as a member of the mill leadership team. The Mill Controller will ensure accurate and timely financial and management reporting, design and maintain a strong internal control environment, provide thorough analysis of the financial implication of operating decisions and issues, and prepare and present clear explanations of variances and financial results.

JOB SCOPE

Manage the mill financial staff, supervise the mill purchasing function, and partner with mill management to achieve the mill financial and operating objectives. Provide analytical support and lead/promote continuous improvement for all activities and processes of the mill. Key financial processes include monthly close, P&L management, financial forecasts, and annual operating plans. Ensure balance sheet integrity is intact, balance sheet reconciliations are complete and well documented.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Analysis of month end results: P&L and Balance Sheet including variance analysis
• Develop month end results package for the Mill to present to Senior Management
• Provide monthly financial forecasts and analysis
• Provide key decision support to mill management
• Coordinates the mill annual budget process; collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data, with a complete understanding of all risks and opportunities
• Provide key decision support to mill management and support mill safety and operating initiatives
• Monitor and work with mill management on Continuous Improvement initiatives and validate savings
• Develop and manage financial controls in accordance with the company’s procedures and policies
• Protects assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls
• Monitors and confirms financial condition by conducting audits (primarily inventory and fixed assets); provides information to internal & external auditors
• Provides information, reports, and schedules as needed in support of quarterly and annual internal and external audit requirements

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a Business related field required; CPA, CMA or MBA preferred.
• 7-10+ years in an Accounting/ Finance role; Manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Proven ability to drive P&L performance and autonomously lead the financial function for an operating site
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office Suite tools
• ERP systems experience required; SAP strongly preferred
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate and communicate across all levels and functions of the organization

Disclaimer

The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Career Level

Advanced, well-experienced

Competencies

• Business Acumen
• Curiosity
• Interpersonal Skills
• Influence Skills
• Self-Starter
• Negotiation Skills
• Organization Skills
• Results Oriented

Pay Range

• $128,800.00 - $171,800.00

GPI Benefits Program

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) w/employer matching
• Health & Welfare Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Various Voluntary benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off + paid company holidays each year

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email [e-mail].

Recruitment Agency Partnership Notice

We value partnerships and maintain a strict process for engaging external agencies. Due to compliance requirements, we do not accept unsolicited resumes. Agencies must be fully onboarded and have an active, executed agreement in place with Graphic Packaging to submit candidates for open positions. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Graphic Packaging, and no recruitment fees will be owed.

Requisition: 16626