Supv, Accounting

Smurfit Westrock; Guaynabo (PR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits from day one

Professional development

Career advancement

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking an Accounting Supervisor to lead the Puerto Rico accounting and tax functions. You will ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial information, while driving governance, internal controls, and efficient processes.

This role partners with senior leadership to support strategic decisions and cost optimization. You will guide a high-performing team, oversee payroll and close cycles, and ensure regulatory obligations are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Finance/Accounting.
• Advanced bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word.
• CPA license preferred and in good standing.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience in manufacturing, industrial or multinational environments.
• Proven experience leading accounting operations, financial reporting, audits, and tax compliance.
• Experience in paper manufacturing or related manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting team to ensure accurate and timely financial processes.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and corporate reporting guidelines.
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of accounting records and schedules.
• Strengthen internal controls and oversee policy compliance.
• Drive cost savings and improve operational efficiency.
• Coordinate financial statements, reports, and external audits.
• Oversee payroll processing and monthly/annual close cycles.
• Collaborate with leadership on strategic financial initiatives.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Leadership

Accounting knowledge

Advanced accounting principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Finance/Accounting

CPA license (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Word

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Opportunity summary: As an Accounting Supervisor you will lead the accounting and tax management functions for our Puerto Rico operations. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity and timeliness of financial information, maintaining compliance with legal and tax requirements, optimizing financial processes, and supporting sound business decision-making. Will serve as a key business partner, driving financial governance, internal controls, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting while leading a high-performing accounting team. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization’s financial health and operational effectiveness.

How will you impact Smurfit Westrock:

• Leading, coaching, and developing the accounting team to ensure the efficient execution of accounting processes and achievement of departmental objectives.
• Ensuring compliance with US GAAP, corporate Financial Reporting Guidelines, and all applicable accounting standards regulations.
• Maintaining the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of the company’s accounting and legal records.
• Strengthening internal controls by overseeing compliance with established administrative policies and procedures.
• Identifying and implementing opportunities to optimize administrative and general expenses, driving cost savings and operational efficiency.
• Ensuring compliance with all legal, accounting, tax, and regulatory obligations to minimize business risk and potential liabilities.
• Overseeing the preparation and timely delivery of management and financial reports that support business monitoring and decision-making.
• Coordinating corporate reporting, financial forecasts, and budgets to support strategic planning and executive decision-making.
• Supervising the preparation of financial statements and coordinating external audit activities to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Leading monthly and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and reliable financial reporting.
• Overseeing the accurate and timely processing of payroll transactions.
• Collaborating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to support business initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

What you need to succeed:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Finance/Accounting
• Required: Advanced Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
• Required: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word.
• Preferred: Active CPA license and professional seal in good standing issued by the appropriate regulatory authority.
• 3 to 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within manufacturing, industrial or multinational business environments.
• Proven experience leading accounting operations, financial reporting, audits, and tax compliance activities.
• Preferred: Minimum of 1 year of experience in paper manufacturing, corrugated packaging, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on loyalty, integrity, respect, and safety.
• An attractive and competitive compensation that reflects skills, competencies, and potential
• Comprehensive benefits package starting on day one.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A career in a global packaging company where sustainability, safety, and inclusion are business drivers and fundamental elements of daily work.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.