MGR-ADMIN/CONTROLLER~A3600N~8382

About the role

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers.

Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility. We are seeking a Mill Controller for our Riverville Paper Mill in Gladstone, VA.

Responsibilities

The Mill Controller is responsible for directing the financial management, business planning and accounting activities of the mill. This position normally supervises the mill payroll, payables, receivables, management, financial reporting, and information technology needs of the mill.

• Direct the accounting and financial affairs of the mill and provide guidance for management decisions
• Ensure accuracy of mill financial statements, timely and accurate completion of transaction processing activities, and mill internal control compliance
• Conduct month/year-end closings and ensure that financial transactions are processed properly
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of budget and financial reports and forecasts
• Oversee maintenance of system of accounts and document balances through complete and timely account reconciliations
• Prepare internal reports, revise and update reports for Management decision making, and analyze and report variances
• Make recommendations to mill management aimed at improving the short and long-term results of the mill
• Review financial position and key control issues with mill management on a quarterly basis
• Work with internal audit on all control-based work and ensure all internal audit findings and AFR issues are corrected and remain corrected on a quarterly basis
• Manage the profit forecasting, annual budgeting and month-end closing processes for the mill
• Prepare financial analysis and scenarios as requested
• Manage the capital expenditure process including working with mill management on analysis of significant projects and ensuring that project’s financials are prepared properly prior to Board of Director submittal
• Provide guidance, training, and operating documentation to accounting staff as well as other staff that engage in accounting activities
• Conduct succession planning activities within the mill

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is required
• Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation preferred
• Minimum of eight (8) years of accounting management experience with a solid understanding of all the major areas of accounting as well as mill finance and operations
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in supervisory management with experience in hiring, coaching, performance development, and corrective action strongly preferred
• Solid understanding and working knowledge of standard financial/accounting procedures, GAAP concepts and principles, accounting procedures and internal control required
• Strong working knowledge of Word, Excel and accounting software required
• Solid analytical and mathematical skills
• Strong decision-making skills and communication skills with all levels of management
• Strong leadership, problem solving and training skills to shape and lead team by example and create enthusiasm
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively lead and communicate with business management
• Ability to plan and manage numerous projects and areas concurrently
• Previous work experience as a member of a team, or a strong understanding of the importance of open communication and information sharing between team members
• Must be able to travel as necessary and possess a valid U.S. driver’s license

Benefits

• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k with company matching
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Educational Assistance Program
• 11 paid holidays
• Vacation Time – 3 weeks
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay

Starting salary range for position: $108,500 to $155,000