Assistant Controller

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Magnera Corporation
Magnera Corporation delivers innovative solutions across engineering, construction, and project management.
Manage plant accounting, month-end close, reporting & analysis for Old Hickory facility.
13 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Old Hickory, TN
Onsite
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Nonwovens
Films
Brands
Building & Construction
Electrical
Filtration
Food & Beverage
Forestry & Agriculture
Sector Specialisms
Beauty Care
Building & Construction
Electrical
Filtration
Food & Beverage
Role
What you would be doing
gaap research
card reconciliation
month-end closing
sap posting
balance reconciliation
tax returns
  • Research complex accounting topics for appropriate GAAP or IRS tax treatments.
  • Reconcile company credit card receipts with statements. Accrue open items at month-end and follow-up on outstanding transactions.
  • Provides general support to the business and direct support as requested.
  • Evaluate operating cost, creating & valuing financial metric with proper visibility and championing cost control efforts.
  • Ensure conformity to all company accounting requirements and providing all reporting and management information to relevant personnel in line with site and corporate deadlines.
  • Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
  • Identify areas for process improvement, develop potential solutions, and implement improvements independently, or seek appropriate approvals to do so when necessar y.
  • Collaborate with other departments (Procurement, HR, IT) to improve and standardize processes.
  • Assist in physical inventories and assist in financial awareness of all inventory transactions.
  • Supervise the month end closing process for the business, including P&L variance and budget to actual analysis for BS and P&L.
  • Process Sales and Use tax returns including maintaining required documentation.
  • Complete Balance Sheet Reconciliations monthly and review with Controller.
  • Prepare intercompany entries, post entries, and reconcile balances with other entities at month end.
  • Respond timely to ad-hoc requests from Management as needed.
  • Support the accounting/finance department in the preparation of information requested by the external auditors when requested.
  • Review data and documents to assist in preparing journal entries and other postings into SAP. Enter and post entries in SAP as necessary.
What you bring
sap
excel
fixed assets
ba accounting
manufacturing
problem solving
  • Strong understanding of all aspects of the accounting close process, including journal entry review, financial analysis, and account reconciliations, as well as determining/reviewing accruals and deferrals.
  • Bachelor’s Degree (BA) in Accounting, Finance or related field.
  • 5-7 years experience in accounting, preferably manufacturing industry.
  • Experience working with fixed assets. Strong experience in Microsoft Excel required.
  • Good organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience in SAP strongly preferred.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
  • Founded in the early 2000s, Magnera Corporation has grown into a leader in engineering, construction, and project management.
  • Specializes in providing integrated solutions across a wide range of sectors including infrastructure, energy, and utilities.
  • The company has a rich history of successfully delivering large-scale projects, ranging from transport systems to water resource management.
  • Known for its ability to handle complex, large-scale infrastructure projects, with a focus on sustainability and technical excellence.
  • Its portfolio includes award-winning projects in sectors such as heavy civil engineering, energy development, and water resource solutions.
  • Magnera Corporation has earned a reputation for combining advanced engineering with practical, cost-effective solutions.
  • The company’s innovative approach ensures that every project is executed to the highest standards, from design through to completion.
Culture + Values
  • Better the world with new possibilities made real.
  • Co‑creating and innovating with partners.
  • Sustainability and high‑performance products go hand in hand.
  • Strategic partner dedicated to our customers' success.
  • Building personal partnerships that withstand an ever‑changing world.
  • Distinct scale, wide portfolio of solutions and sustainability expertise bring more materials and more choices — keeping customers ahead of the trends.
Environment + Sustainability
90% Recycled Content
Spunbond Products
Closed-loop recycling ecosystem incorporates up to 90% post-industrial recycled content, reducing reliance on virgin materials.
70% CO2 Reduction
Emissions Savings
Recycled content reduces CO₂ emissions by ~70% per kg compared to virgin materials, contributing to climate action.
1M Tree Shelters Recycled
Tubex Recycling Program
Over 1 million tree shelters have been recycled across 24 UK hubs by 2024, promoting sustainable land management.
2025 IDEA Award
EcoRE Compostable Bags
Sontara EcoRE compostable shopping bags won the IDEA Long-Life Achievement Award, recognized for environmental sustainability.
  • Endura™ meltblown solution is patent-pending and SCS Recycled Content Certified.
  • Joined Russell 3000® Index June 27, 2025 (reflects broad-market shareholder support, not directly sustainability-related)
Inclusion & Diversity
  • No publicly disclosed DEI strategy, targets or outcomes found on corporate website or LinkedIn.
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