Business Group Controller

Join Amcor's Winning TeamAt 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. Position OverviewThis role is part of the Global Rigid Packaging North American Shared Services group and reports to the VP Finance & Controller. This role will lead BG global financial controlling and reporting functions and ensure timely and accurate financial and management reporting in compliance with USGAAP and Amcor policies. In addition, will be responsible to lead RPS North America's shared service accounting/finance functions, all of RPS financial planning and analysis processes including annual strategic plan financial modelling, annual operating planning, monthly forecasting and actual reporting cycles and BG compliance and internal controls activities and ensure internal controls environment is fully supported and maintained. Responsible for ensuring processes are in place for establishing, measuring and delivering upon BG financial objectives and delivery of information and analysis to support proactive management decision making. Support special project activities including M&A activities, business improvement projects, footprint assessments, restructuring programs, working capital initiatives, etc. Essential Responsibilities and DutiesFinancial Management: Drive outperformance planning, financial initiatives and best practice implementation across BU's and functions Work with BG VP Finance and global management team to optimize balance sheet (maximize cash flow, minimize working capital, stretch utilization of capex, etc.) Ensure all aspects of sound financial management of the BG operations, incorporating treasury and cash flow management and financial planning Act as a change agent within RPS finance community identifying and driving best practices, promoting the implementation of new requirements and driving process improvements Provide sound financial and economic advice to global/BU management team as part of the ongoing planning and implementation of business strategies Deliver comprehensive advice to various stakeholders in the areas of profitability, cost management, cash flow, taxes, funding optimization, opportunity cost and capital utilization Ensure that the business takes advantage of available or needed internal/external advice, in such areas as funding, taxation, accounting practices, financial modelling, economic projections, etc. Financial Planning and Reporting: Oversee all accounting and reporting systems ensuring the resources, tools and processes are in place to achieve delivery in full, on time and in specification (DIFOTIS) of financial reporting relative to monthly actual, routine forecast, budget and strategic planning Coordinate with BG VP Finance, RPS Lead Team, BU management and other stakeholders as necessary to meet their information needs and accomplish reporting objectives Develop and oversee planning and execution of global and BU processes as required to support financial modelling aspect of the annual strategic plan Develop and oversee planning and execution of global processes as required to support annual budgeting process Develop and oversee planning and execution of processes as required to deliver the periodic forecasting process Oversee and continuously improve the monthly closing, consolidation and reporting cycle Develop and deliver management financial and operational performance reporting Oversee quarterly reporting processes to support Amcor external reporting Support preparation and validation of management reports and presentation materials for monthly reporting, Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR's) and similar Finance lead for acquisition integration work streams Help support LATAM accounting and reporting, and tax activities. Accounting Support: Lead RPS NA shared service accounting/finance functions servicing NA BU's Lead RPS Shared Services office accounting processes and support Provide technical accounting guidance as required to support requirements of the business as it relates to non-standard transactions and activities Internal Controls / Compliance: Oversee internal controls environment and processes in coordination with BU VP's Finance, shared services and internal/external audit Ensure compliance with the policies and procedures of RPS BG, Amcor, US GAAP and applicable local statutory/regulatory requirements. Coordinate external audit engagement review and related activities related to Amcor's semi-annual reporting periods and statutory close requirements Tax & Treasury Coordination: Coordination within BG and Group Tax on RPS VCI model monitoring, compliance & maintenance Completion of RPS BG consolidated tax reporting requirements Coordination of RPS BG tax exposures and optimization together with Group Tax Coordination of RPS's global insurance programs together with Amcor Risk Management office Coordination with Group Treasury and BU's to manage FX exposures and Amcor controlled financing vehicles like factoring program, supply chain financing program, etc. Team Leadership & Talent Development: Lead, manage and develop a team of 3 direct reports and ~30 indirect reports Attract, retain, engage, motivate and develop bench strength within the team to enable internal promotion and transfer as opportunities arise QualificationsEducation: Minimum undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance with an MBA preferred Professional accreditation preferred (CPA, CA, CMA or similar) Experience: 12+ years of broad finance experience in an international environment with exposure to manufacturing industry with 3-5 years in a similar capacity Multi-site financial management experience Experience in the plastics or packaging industry will be preferred Fluency in English (written and spoken) Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to work within a multi-cultural environment Effective communicator at all levels in the organization with strong oral, written & influencing skills Due diligence and acquisition integration experience in acquisitions is desirable Working experience with international audit firms is required Knowledge and experience working with South/Central America and Mexico will be preferred Our ExpectationsWe 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 EmployerAmcor 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. E-VerifyWe verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States. BenefitsWhen you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes: Medical, dental and vision plans Flexible time off