Voith Paper is hiring for:Financial ControllerShreveport, LA and Florence, MS (hybrid)
Summary:
We are seeking a Financial Controller who will collaborate closely with operations and management teams to deliver actionable financial insights and support strategic decision-making. This exciting role combines Plant Controlling with Financial Controlling. It will have FP&A responsibility and oversight of financial reporting (Balance Sheet, P&L and Cash Flow + key business metrics) of two manufacturing sites: Shreveport, LA and Florence, MS. This position is based in Shreveport, LA.
The Financial Controller will lead a finance team, ensure strong internal controls and compliance, and drive financial transparency, operational performance, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including coordination with internal and external auditors.
- Manage fixed assets processes, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals.
- Ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and treasury guidelines.
- Ensure a strong internal control environment and serve as Compliance Officer for the supported units.
- Drive budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning in partnership with operational and commercial leaders.
- Analyze cost structures, standard costs, and manufacturing variances.
- Conduct product profitability and margin analysis to identify cost optimization opportunities and improve operational efficiency.
- Conduct regular financial performance reviews and proactively identify operational and financial improvement opportunities.
- Provide clear, actionable financial insights to leadership through performance reviews and management reporting.
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Finance and Controlling professionals, fostering accountability and professional growth.
- Evaluate and continuously improve financial processes, reporting tools, and systems to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and transparency.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in controlling and financial management. Experience in a managerial role is a differentiator.
- Strong knowledge of financial statements, cost accounting/product costing, and financial planning processes.
- Relevant FP&A experience.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on critical thinking.
- Experience working with ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred; SAP a plus).
- Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Strategic thinking and process improvement abilities are a differentiator.
- Ability to travel domestically 10-15% of the time.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Occasional up to 25 lbs
* This job description is not all encompassing; however, it is intended to be a general description of the responsibilities of this position.
