ID: REQ_93703

Regional Controller

Finance and Accounting
Full time
Americas - North America - United States - Deerfield - AF Deerfield IL Corporate

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Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.

At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet.  More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.


Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.


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Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Director of Finance, the Regional Finance Controller is responsible for supporting the oversight, governance, and performance of accounting and finance operations across all managed facilities within ASC Americas. This role provides leadership in financial reporting, internal controls, compliance, forecasting, business analysis, cash management, and stakeholder reporting. The Regional Finance Controller partners closely with plant finance teams, operations leadership, and corporate finance functions to ensure the integrity of financial information, effective financial management, and achievement of organizational objectives.

The position serves as a strategic business partner to regional leadership, driving financial transparency, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and sustainable business performance.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Leadership and Business Partnership
• Serve as a trusted business partner to the Director of Finance and regional leadership.
• Provide financial guidance and analytical support to all functional areas within the ASC Americas region.
• Establish strong partnerships with Plant Controllers and operational leaders to enhance financial performance and decision-making.
• Act as a primary regional finance contact for managed facilities.

Compliance and Internal Controls
• Ensure compliance with SOX requirements, internal control standards, and corporate policies.
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of internal control processes.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate responses to audit requirements.
• Communicate key compliance findings and recommendations to the Director of Finance and relevant stakeholders.

Financial Reporting and Analysis
• Deliver accurate, timely, and insightful monthly and quarterly management reporting.
• Prepare profitability analyses, SG&A reviews, and rolling financial forecasts.
• Develop reporting tools and analyses that enable senior leadership to understand business performance and financial results.
• Ensure revenue and expenses are recognized accurately, completely, and appropriately classified.
• Monitor and evaluate Continuous Improvement (CI) and Procure Plus initiatives, validating actual financial impact against projected benefits.
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives that support business objectives.

Working Capital and Cash Flow Management
• Drive initiatives to improve working capital performance and achieve regional cash flow targets.
• Consolidate, review, and monitor regional cash flow forecasts using both direct and indirect methodologies.
• Support regional strategies related to foreign exchange exposure and risk mitigation.

Forecasting and Budgeting
• Lead and coordinate robust forecasting processes for EBIT and Operating Free Cash Flow (OFCF).
• Manage the annual budgeting process, including preparation, consolidation, review, and presentation of regional budgets.
• Ensure budget submissions align with corporate guidelines and strategic objectives.
• Benchmark financial metrics and identify opportunities to improve performance.

Operational and Strategic Support
• Collaborate with Operations leadership to evaluate capital investment opportunities and support approval processes.
• Promote best practices in financial reporting, performance analysis, and controlling activities.
• Participate in the implementation of new business processes, systems, policies, and procedures.
• Support initiatives related to standard costing, ERP systems, pricing structures, and business process improvements.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Maintain SOX and Internal Control Environment (ICE) compliance throughout the region.
• Facilitate best-practice sharing among finance teams.
• Review regional month-end close processes and contingency planning.
• Audit and approve Continuous Improvement and Procure Plus initiatives.
• Support standard cost management and ERP-related initiatives.
• Participate in business process implementation and transformation projects

  • Lead and develop one direct report

KEY INTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS
• Corporate Finance Team
• Cluster Operations Directors
• Plant Management Teams
• Plant Finance Teams

KEY EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS
• External Auditors and Advisors, as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• MBA or other advanced business degree preferred.
• Minimum of seven years of progressive finance and accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Experience working with ERP and accounting systems.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and work effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally approximately 10%–20%.

Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

  • Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
  • Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation
  • Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns
  • The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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Compensation

The starting salary for this position is expected to be between $112,800 to $141,000; however, base pay offered may vary within the full salary range $112,800 to $169,200 depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on national averages and a geographic differential may be applied based on work location. Position may also be eligible for Amcor’s Management Incentive Plan / Sales Incentive Plan, which is an annual bonus program based on business and individual performance, as well as medical coverage and other health and welfare benefits.

The salary range provided reflects the anticipated base pay for this role at the time of this posting. This range is applicable to positions performed in jurisdictions with pay transparency requirements, including CA, CO, CT, HI, IL, MD, MA, MN, NV, NJ, NY, RI, VT, WA, Washington DC, as well as remote roles that may be performed in these locations. Compensation for roles performed outside of these jurisdictions may vary. The Company reserves the right to modify this range at any time.

Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

  • Medical, dental and vision plans

  • Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees

  • Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location

  • Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program

  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

  • Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Retirement Savings Plan with company match

  • Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)

  • Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)