WestRock Company Looking for Finance Manager at Cowpens, SC Full Time

At WestRock, our culture is built upon shared values and behaviors – they are fundamentals for winning together. Integrity – Respect – Accountability – Excellence are the standards of our behavior.

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.

WestRock is seeking a Finance Manager for a highly visible role that will partner with division, segment, and corporate leadership. The Finance Manager will be located in Cowpens, SC and will be involved in the preparation and review of internal and external reporting, various analytics, forecasts and budgets. Key areas of focus will include productivity and monthly reporting and analysis of results in support of the Division Leadership teams. In addition, the Finance Manager will participate in, and oversee, various team projects. 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 Business through analytical support, facilitation and engagement.

How you will impact WestRock:

• Manage closing and reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and ad-hoc analysis.

• Coordinates annual budget development process

• Leads decision making analysis/modeling (contribution margin, incremental costing, standard costing, etc.)

• Provide accurate and thorough reporting and analysis.

• Drives work process efficiency improvements

• Supervises mill audits and associated control activities to ensure SOX compliance

• Support senior finance and operational leadership as a strategic business partner.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

• MBA or CPA strongly preferred

• Minimum of six years of experience and a track record of success in finance or accounting.

• Manufacturing experience with a track record of driving sustainable results (e.g. EBIT growth, margin expansion, cash flow).

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong problem-solving skills, with experience in process improvement.

• Enjoy working in a team/collaborative environment

• Advanced skills in Excel and Hyperion SmartView. Experience with QlikView a plus.

• Ability to work independently, balancing routine responsibilities with ad hoc requests

• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams

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

WestRock (NYSE:WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock’s team members support customers around the world from locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at ~~~.

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.