The Finance and Accounting organization is a mission and results driven team that operates with a strong sense of collaboration to support the business, while utilizing our technical expertise, as we manage processes to record, reconcile, and report all financial activity of the enterprise. We bring financial context into the picture when partnering with the lines of business, senior and executive management, and our board of directors.
The Florence Mill is seeking a Mgr. Financial Planning &Analysis who will be an integral part of the Financial Team working with other departments in the mill, division finance, and corporate staff team members to provide data and analysis of overall mill operations. The Mgr. FP&A will support the preparation of various analytics, forecasts and operational plans as well as maintain and develop additional IT solutions for data consumption. This position will report to the Sr. Financial Manager.
How you will impact WestRock:
Provide analytical support to one or more of the functional areas of the Florence mill. Partner with the area team to identify, track and improve key drivers affecting performance and results.Lead the development of the annual operating plan and monthly forecasting processesManage the monthly closing process including analyzing data required for journal entries, statistical postings, and inventory reconciliations. Review accruals, usage trends, income statement, and balance sheet balances to ensure accuracy before the final close.Improve the use of IT tools for financial data consumption by mill leadership by expanding the use of reporting through dashboards and other IT solutions (i.e. Qlik and PowerBi)Primary responsibility for maintaining the fixed asset register and capital accounting processes. Assist mill engineers with identifying assets for disposal, accelerations, etc. Assist in the development and documentation of processes and procedures to improve the quality of financial analysis and drive stronger ownership and accountability of results.Develop and maintain documentation of internal controls applicable to the assigned functional areas.Manage coordination with internal and external auditors as needed for information and documentation required according to Sarbanes-Oxley.Responsibility for managing and coordinating all audit testing periodically and documenting results.Support all production, inventory, balance sheet, AP, tax, and other corporate requests.Develop and automate reports required by local management, governmental agencies, Division and Corporate locations to provide insight into mill operations.
What you need to succeed:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required5+ years of related experience in the Pulp and Paper industry or manufacturing is preferredJD Edwards and Hyperion experience preferred but not requiredExperience developing and improving multiple dashboards and other reporting utilizing IT solutions including Qlik, Power Apps (Power BI), Alteryx strongly preferredDetailed oriented team player who can consistently meet deadlines, adapt quickly, work well with all levels of the organization, and possess the ability to work independently as neededStrong interpersonal, communication, computer, and team building skillsStrong organizational skills and ability to multitask in a continuously changing environmentStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsCapital financial management experience, large capital project experience preferred
What we offer:
Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential.A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.