Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

The Job Opportunity

Join our team as a Finance Lead for our European cluster, reporting to the Regional General Manager. You'll oversee the finance function for the England and Wales Region, ensuring compliance and supporting local and regional organizations across multiple operational facilities.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock

Lead the overall finance function for the geographical cluster including statutory compliance, accounting, FP&A activities, and finance business supportBusiness Partner with the Regional General Managers, provide support, guidance, and advice to both them and their regional management teamManage and prepare the geographical cluster reporting and understanding of results for month end, Operating Plan and forecast and ensure regional Snr FM’s and VP’s are informed on a timely basis, along with the relevant reporting packsBe the key point of contact for month end, Operating Plan and forecast for both the site controllers/FM’s and Head Office and begin the roll out and collation of new Westrock reporting requirements Take the lead on developing a safety-first culture in financeActing as a key driver for change management, lead the development and roll out of key financial reporting to financial and non-financial stakeholdersDrive and support the Senior Leadership team with the delivery of bottom quartile site action plans to ensure tracking to plan and gain an understanding of any deviations from the planLead financial control and assessment of CAPEX project, allocation, and forecasting for your regionLead financial assessment for your region of the StratPlan (formerly 5YRS Plan)Lead financial modelling in supporting IBP (Integrated Business Planning) scenariosSupport commercial data analysis for the regions (Price, Volume, Mix and CM tracking).Stand in where necessary for Regional Director, FP&ASupport potential footprint expansion / rationalization projectsSupport and deliver any M&A and integration activities as and when requiredSupport the delivery of the Regional Operating Plan/Budget through the management of the Finance Manager of the siteContinued review of processes to identify leaner, more effective ways of working in particular with the shorter month end close timetable for FY25Support the role out of Engagement Survey Action PlansSupport with the Annual Balance Sheet Reviews and any other Ad-hoc business requirementsMaintain key relationships with the Corporate Reporting and Head of AccountingAny other projects and ad-hoc work as required

 

Experience, Skills, and Qualifications Required

Fully qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA).Over 7 years of experience in financial manufacturing within large international organizations.Strong people management and change management skills.Proactive, hardworking, and able to build relationships with stakeholders.Excellent analytical, numeracy, organizational, and communication skills.Ability to prioritize and work under pressure.Proficient in MS Packages, especially Excel.Flexible and adaptable, willing to take on additional tasks and responsibilities.

 

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