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 opportunity:
We are seeking a Finance Manager to join our team in the Springfield, Missouri Business Unit. Reporting to the Sr Manager, Finance for Corrugated Packaging in the Missouri Area Business Unit. The Finance Manager opportunity is supporting the business area and will work in the preparation and review of internal and external reporting, various analytics, forecasts and budgets. Key areas of focus include revenues, sales volumes, operating costs, and customer profitability in support of the Plant, Business Unit, Area, and Regional Leadership teams. In addition, the Finance Manager will participate in various project teams. In performing these roles, the Finance Manager will be expected to interact with numerous functional departments (both at Corporate and at Division levels) and with all levels within the company. The position will improve the performance of the Plant or Business Unit through analytical support, facilitation and engagement. The role will also support the Division Hub accounting team.
The Finance Manager will support multiple locations that will include Springfield, MO, Rogers, AR and Carthage, MO. Some travel between these locations will be required.
How you will impact WestRock:
Utilize the Profit Analysis Tool process to support corporate account and local account bids/analysisActively monitor the profitability of all customers, but in particular those with a negative contribution margin and/or profitMaintain price increase tracking as necessary and support the process for price increase planning within the Business UnitObtain a working knowledge of all available sales’ analytical tools (sales forecasting tool, dashboards, etc.)Provide analytical support for key manufacturing metrics including Performance Excellence, net waste, returns & allowances, machine performance, labor efficiency, capacity, headcount, safety, etc. Identify gaps and/or under-performance trendsProvide support for tracking identified opportunities to increase the efficiency of the converting equipment, and headcount reduction opportunities through the Manning Optimization processWork with green belt leaders to track savings targets of Six Sigma projects. Collaborate with the Regional Manufacturing Manager and Six Sigma teams on kaizens and operational auditsAssist with all Business Unit Capital economic analysis and maintaining modeling consistency (i.e., a standardized approach to calculating financial performance). Track the capital development and approval process with specific emphasis on approval and expediting installation of all capital projects related to the Strategic Optimization initiativeEnsure Accounting processes and controls are implemented and followedField contact for corporate and hub accountingSarbanes-Oxley and WestRock policy and procedure complianceBalance sheet, AR, AP, tax and other related inquiries and requestsAssists in Inventory ReconciliationFixed Assets AuditsInternal and External Audit SupportAssist plants with accruals and the month end closing processVariance analysis of financial performance from budget and prior yearReview financial results with management teamsAssist in resolution of remittance discrepanciesContacts other departments and/or outside vendors/agencies to resolve A/P issues as neededEstablish working relationships and consistent communication with the Business Unit General Manager and Regional Finance DirectorBuild relationships with both internal and external customers Become knowledgeable in various financial and operating systems in order to provide support and direction as the Business Unit requiresImplement and administer procedures and best practices related to business support analytics
What you need to succeed:
5+ years of financial and leadership experience in a complex finance environment of a large corporation.Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Economics/Business or a similarly analytical field. MBA desirable.Expert Hyperion consolidation skills and ability to develop and deploy complex Excel financial models.Strong PowerPoint skills with the ability and desire to manage executive presentations.Ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment and frame the future range of outcomes on complex financial scenarios with limited tolerance for errors.Ability to influence and work proactively across the organization without formal reporting lines.Ability to add value to the Company through coherent and thoughtful analysis.Ability to lead diverse teams and develop others, instilling a sense of urgency through the team.Superior verbal and written communications at all levels in the company.Manufacturing industry experience is a plus.
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.