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Complex Controller

IP Global Career Site Open · verified Oct 22, 2026
Tracy Full-time Mid-level Accounting

At a glance

Mid-level Accounting role at IP Global Career Site. Tracy · full-time · $108,200–$144,300 base.

SalaryStated by IP Global Career Site
$108,200 – $144,300
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
RoleAccounting
SeniorityMid-level
LocationTracy
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$108,200–$144,300
PostedOct 13, 2026 · 9d ago
Role brief

financeroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Set facility finance controls, review results, and recommend actions to improve financial returns
  • Keep accounting records accurate under GAAP and ensure reporting and routine finance work are completed on time
  • Prepare and assess strategic and capital plans, operating results, trends, projects, and forecasts
  • Lead the accounting and finance staff, overseeing daily work and supporting team development

What you bring

  • An undergraduate degree focused on accounting, finance, or both
  • At least five years leading a financial or accounting department
  • Three or more years working in a manufacturing setting
  • You can interpret financial statements and spot potential issues

Who this fits

This role suits an experienced accounting leader who can oversee facility finances and develop a team. The position covers Tracy and Modesto, California, and offers a stated annual salary range of $108,200 to $144,300.

From the employer

Position Title:

Complex Controller

Pay Rate:

$108,200 - $144,300

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s annual incentive plan.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

Tracy and Modesto, CA

The Job You Will Perform:

  • Direct the financial activities of the facility by establishing and maintaining effective fiscal procedures and controls, analyzing performance and recommending or directing action needed to maximize the financial return of the business to the division and the corporation. Provides leadership to the accounting staff as it relates to people development activities.

  • The Controller is accountable for ensuring accurate books and records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and that the business is conducted in compliance with established division and corporate policies, procedures and practices; ensures accurate and timely processing of daily, weekly, and monthly responsibilities and reports.

  • This position will direct the preparation and analysis of the annual strategic plan, capital plan, monthly operating results, trends, capital projects and operating forecasts in order to meet facility objectives.

  • Management of the finance staff on a day-to-day basis including financial transactions, analytical work and overall development of team members.

The Skills You Will Bring:

  • Undergraduate degree with focus on accounting and/or finance

  • Five years managing financial/accounting department

  • Three years’ experience in manufacturing related environment

  • Proven ability to analyze financial statements and identify potential problems

  • CPA Preferred

  • Experience in the corrugated industry Preferred

  • Experience in cash management Preferred

  • Builds Effective Teams

  • Business Insight

  • Collaborates

  • Courage

  • Drives Vision and Purpose

  • Nimble Learning

  • Plans and Aligns

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

The Career You Will Build:

Sales and Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what’s next. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.