Controller Facility III

IP Global Career Site Open

Columbia Full-time Mid-level Accounting

At a glance

Mid-level Accounting role at IP Global Career Site. Columbia · 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

LocationColumbia

EmploymentFull-time

Base pay$108,200–$144,300

PostedNov 6, 2026

Role brief

financeroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Set up financial controls for the facility and use performance analysis to guide actions that improve its financial results
Lead accounting staff development and oversee the finance team’s daily transactions, analysis and growth
Keep facility books accurate under GAAP and ensure routine reports and processing are completed on time
Prepare and analyze strategic and capital plans, operating results, trends, capital projects and forecasts
Ensure financial work follows division and corporate policies and procedures

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 environment
You can assess financial statements and spot potential problems

Who this fits

This role suits an experienced finance leader who wants to direct facility accounting and develop a team. The position is based in Columbia, South Carolina, and includes day-to-day leadership of finance staff. A CPA, corrugated-industry experience and cash-management experience are preferred.

From the employer

Position Title:

Controller Facility III

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:

Columbia, SC

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.