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Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.
About Us
We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Improvement Advisor UK&I to join the Corrugated Division reporting to the Controls Improvement Manager UK&I. The successful candidate can be based anywhere in the UK but must be able to travel as required to our 30 sites across UK&I.
Key responsibilities:
- Help identify and action areas with our control environment to improve efficiency for all sites.
- Perform the UK&I testing programme of internal financial controls, travel expectation is approximately 2/3 days twice a month, operational requirements dependant.
- Analyse audit results to identify & implement improvements
- Challenge the status quo and maximise harmonisation of controls within UK&I entities and ensure any best practices that are identified are shared.
- Ensure consistency of procedures and reports across plants.
- Regular compliance reporting to include KPI and financial risk reviews for senior management
- Monitor and ensure SOx compliance for those sites within scope & help to Improve the efficiency
- Review and challenge other Financial based audits to ensure effectiveness by those teams.
- Work with sites to ensure the controls in place are adapted to the local risk by providing guidance on thresholds, deviations, delegation etc.
- Assist with process change projects around controls
The successful candidate will possess:
- Strong analytical skills.
- Ability to identify & promote change for improved efficiency within the business control environment.
- The ability to challenge sites processes and practices to ensure compliance needs are met and continually improved.
- The ability to balance operational and control requirements.
- Possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or working towards final stage.
- Strong understanding of financial cycles and corresponding control functions
- A full UK or Irish driving licence for regular travel to the sites across UK & Ireland
- Some experience of SARBOX control environment would be very beneficial.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
- Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
- Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)
Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.
We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.
We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.
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At Smurfit Westrock, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that prioritises employee well-being and growth. Located in Leeds, our inclusive work culture fosters teamwork and personal development, offering competitive salaries, ongoing training, and family-friendly policies. Join us to be part of a sustainable future while enjoying the support and resources needed to thrive in your role as a Fork Lift Truck Operator.
