Assistant Controller

• Assist Controller in managing all divisional accounting operations including but not limited to, Billing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Purchasing, Payroll, General Ledger including Fixed Asset Ledger, Credit Management, and Inventory Control.
• Assist Controller in calculating standard costing rules and managing the Kiwi cost estimates using activity-based costing principles.
• Perform all billing, collection, and credit management duties for the division.
• Work closely with the accounting coordinator and inventory control supervisor, learning their duties and providing vacation relief for both roles.
• Assist Controller in completing month-end financial closings within the corporate accounting closing timeline.
• Assist Controller in preparing, reviewing and analyzing all financial information for the Fremont Division including, but not limited to, monthly financial statements, budget projections, inventory reports, costing reports, etc.
• Work with Controller on special financial reporting assignments using a combination of Excel, Microsoft Access, Power BI and Crystal reports.
• Assist Controller on financial projections surrounding capital project proposals as well as maintain compliance with corporate accounting procedures for capital projects.
• Assist controller, accounting coordinator, parts coordinator, buyer, and inventory control supervisor with managing the purchasing systems for corporate policy compliance.
• Assist controller in managing the division's credit card account.
• Assist controller with corporate year-end processing, insurance renewals, warehouse and freight contract renewals.
• Work with accounting coordinator to manage our BRCGS supplier documentation system.
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in accounting
• CPA/CMA is a plus
• A minimum of 3 years of experience leading an accounting department
• Power BI or comparable reporting system experience 
• Excellent computer skills, especially Excel, Word and Copilot / AI
• Experience in working with databases, specifically Microsoft Access and SQL server for report writing
• Manufacturing experience preferred or experience from a public accounting firm that has a heavy manufacturing client base
• Experience with activity-based costing
• Experience with inventory management and valuation
• Acumatica and UKG experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to communicate well with customers and supplier counterparts as well as plant team members on all levels, on a daily basis
• Demonstrated proficiency with accounting or management software systems
• Demonstrated knowledge of tax codes and regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of quality standards such as BRCGS 
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial statements as well as effectively write reports and present financial information
• Ability to calculate financial figures such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, volume, and net present value
• Ability to evaluate financial alternatives and recognize financial trends and performance
• Ability to lead a team

Compensation and Benefits:

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, company matching 401(k) and pension. Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Company Overview:

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family-owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, WI, Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 5,000 team members and operates more than 40 facilities in 16 states. Green Bay Packaging is committed to innovative product development, sustainable forestry practices, and emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information, visit gbp.com.

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