International Paper · 11 hours ago
Region Controller
Olympia, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expInternational Paper is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee. They are seeking a Region Controller who will be accountable for financial oversight of several manufacturing locations, manage a team of facility controllers, and provide financial leadership to achieve business objectives while ensuring compliance with corporate policies.
ManufacturingMarketingPaper ManufacturingProduct DesignSales
Responsibilities
Accountable for financial oversight of several manufacturing locations, scales that manufacture diverse products, serve diverse markets and are spread across a large geographical area
Manage a population of facility controllers with diverse backgrounds and career goals
Responsible for providing financial leadership and oversight for the region in order to achieve business objectives and goals in a manner consistent with International Paper policies and procedures
Responsible for leadership and oversight of the finance function within the region to include:
Effective development and implementation of fiscal procedures and controls
Accurate and timely reporting of financial information
Analysis of performance, profitability improvement objectives and opportunities
Strategic planning and analysis, forecasting
Capital effectiveness and analysis
Project Analysis (M&A, Reimagine design, etc.)
Development of personnel
The key customers are:
The area controller
The region general manager
Key members of the PSNA finance staff
Other members of PSNA management
Directs the financial activities of the Region by overseeing and maintaining effective fiscal procedures and controls
Analyzes performance and recommends and/or directs actions to maximize the financial return of the division and corporation
Ensures that each facility maintains accurate books and records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and that the business is conducted in compliance with established division and corporate policies, procedures and practices
Manages preparation and analysis of region operating results and operating trends, reviews capital projects, manages special projects and reviews operating forecasts
Ensures all monthly, quarterly and year-end operating results are reported accurately, on a timely basis and in accordance with company policies and procedures
Provides appropriate communication of objectives and responsibilities
Directs and manages consolidation, reporting and reconciliation of results for internal and external reporting requirements
Provides management with key performance measures and financial analysis
Drives improvement opportunities through the organization
Maintains & ensures that an adequate system of internal controls exists for the facilities within the region along with management’s engagement and use of the QR16 for compliance reviews
Determines that the assets of the region are properly managed and protected
Communicates and trains staff on IP policies and procedures including SOX requirements, self-review procedures, peer reviews, balance sheet reviews
Directs the preparation and analysis of the annual operating plan, strategic plan and capital plan as needed and in conjunction with region general manager and division finance
Analyzes variances, reviews operating costs and spending levels for trend changes and opportunities to improve
People Development
Provides leadership to Facility Controllers
Controller Trainees
Facility finance staff
Others in the organization
Provides development opportunities through internal training, peer reviews, and special projects
Proficient with tools, data and analytics
Key challenges include:
The external environment, including technology, competition, markets:
Competitive manufacturing cost pressures
Cost to serve issues including distribution
Fluid pricing environment
Sustained compliance with Sarbanes/Oxley regulations
The internal environment, including interaction with others (both inside and outside the company) policies/practices:
Stretch target achievement
Capital plan implementation and spending
Adjusting to new finance structure
Succession planning
Problems, Opportunities, Change:
Business expansion
Facility profitability reviews
Control environment improvement
Reporting simplification/automation
Coordination and sourcing for special analysis/projects
Employee retention, (i.e., tenured controllers)
Qualification
Required
College degree in Accounting/Finance, advanced degree or certification desirable
5-7 years Finance Controller experience or associated work
10 years of overall experience (8 with an advanced degree or certification), including controller experience in a manufacturing environment
Accounting experience in manufacturing, with converting operations desirable
Knowledge of corporate policies and procedures
Ability to accomplish goals through organizational agility
Strong administrative, organizational and analytical skills
Must be a self-starter and deliver on objectives
Must be able to travel 50+% as needed
Demonstrate solid leadership potential
Proven ability to develop people and manage professionals in a multi-facility environment
Ability to work with teams and ensure alignment
Ability to deal well with ambiguity
Proficiency in Accounting, Oral and Written Communication Skills, PC Skills, IP Systems Knowledge, Ethics and Values, Multi-tasking, Analytical, Internal Controls, Strategic Agility, Staffing
Competencies: Business Acumen, Action Oriented, Directing Others, Problem Solving, Building Effective Teams, Managing Through Systems, Organizational Agility, Learning on the Fly
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Life insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-term and Long-term Disability
401(k)
Company-funded retirement contributions
Paid Time Off
Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets
Company
International Paper
International Paper manufactures paper and paper-packaging products.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Michael Amick
Senior Vice President, North American Paper, Pulp & Consumer Packaging
Thomas G. Kadien
Sr. Vice President
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