Assistant BG Controller

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. To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit  www.amcor.com  I  LinkedIn  I  Glassdoor  I  Facebook   I  YouTube Job Description Position Overview: This Shared Services role is part of the North America (“NA”) Beverage Rigid Packaging Solutions (“RPS”) Business Group (“BG”) and reports to the BG Controller.  The critical responsibilities of this role are as follows: Lead NA BG Shared Services financial reporting and accounting functions supporting 3 BG’s by ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with US GAAP and Amcor policies   Manage the accounting, budgeting, and forecasting for Significant Items and Restructuring programs including monthly actual and forecast reporting to corporate Execute balance sheet reviews and coordinate monthly tracking of risks and opportunities Support the annual strategic and operating plans, monthly forecasting, and actual reporting cycles while ensuring  ensure compliance with internal controls and adherence to corporate deadlines Streamline processes for establishing, measuring and delivering upon BG financial objectives; deliver information and analysis to support proactive management decision making Lead team of 7 direct/indirect reports; provide functional leadership by fostering teamwork, providing coaching and developing team members Act as a change agent within RPS finance community identifying and driving best practices Assist with special project activities including complex technical accounting matters, M&A activities, business improvement projects, restructuring programs, working capital initiatives, etc. Essential Responsibilities and Duties: Financial Reporting & General Accounting: Oversee Financial Reporting team including capital accounting team, ensuring proper recording for all costs, depreciation and creation of fixed assets; tooling and dunnage amortization, and financial planning and analysis for the shared services group Oversee General Ledger Accounting team including journal entries preparation and account reconciliation processes supporting approximately 23 locations Review and Approve Journal Entries and Account Reconciliations while ensuring integrity and accuracy of financial results Manage preparation and validation of management reports and presentation materials for monthly / quarterly reporting, Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR’s), Supplemental Reports (SPR’s), Quality of Earnings, Strategic Risk Assessments and similar Partner with BU management and other stakeholders to meet their information needs and accomplish reporting objectives Support the development and execution of the BG requirements relating to the annual budget and strategic plan processes as well as monthly forecast Lead and continuously improve the monthly closing, consolidation and reporting cycle Develop and deliver management financial and operational performance reporting Oversee the administration of the SAP-BPC Financial Consolidation system used for the company’s monthly reporting, operating plan and strategic plan. Coordinate with Amcor Group Tax on Completion of ARP BG consolidated tax reporting requirements Collaborate with Corporate on technical accounting matters to obtain alignment on technical accounting conclusions as necessary  Financial Management: Drive outperformance planning, financial initiatives and best practice implementation across BU’s and functions Ensure all aspects of sound fiscal management of the BG operations, incorporating treasury and cash flow management and financial planning Identify and drive best practices, promoting the implementation of new requirements and process improvements Benchmark financial metrics and identify opportunities to improve performance. Support the implementation of new business processes, systems, policies, and procedures. Internal Controls and Compliance: Oversee direct/indirect team internal controls / SOX processes and compliance activities Ensure compliance with the policies and procedures of ARP BG, Amcor, US GAAP and applicable local statutory/regulatory requirements. Support the design, implementation and continuous enhancement of internal control processes Support external audit engagement review and related activities related to Amcor’s quarterly reporting periods and statutory close requirements Communicate key compliance findings and recommendations to the BG Controller and relevant stakeholders. Team Leadership & Talent Development: Lead, manage and develop team of accounting and reporting professionals team members Attract, retain, engage, motivate and develop bench strength within the team to enable internal promotion and transfer as opportunities arise Qualifications: Education: Minimum undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance Professional accreditation preferred (CPA, CA or similar) Experience: 10 years of accounting and reporting ex