SR ACCOUNTANT~A6840A~8382

Position Summary

The Sr. Accountant is responsible for performing the basic accounting functions of the mill, conducting budget, financial, and production analyses, and managing mill ISO Quality System compliance.

Principle Accountabilities

• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including the preparation of estimates and accruals.
• Ensure the integrity of accounting records for completeness.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with accepted accounting policies and principles.
• Perform accounts receivable, accounts payable, credit and collection duties.
• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
• Cookordination internal and external audits & implement recommended changes.
• Prepare year-end 1099's.
• Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.
• Comply with financial policies and procedures including compliance with PCA’s SOX 404 Key Controls.
• Provide information that will help the plant increase revenue and improve profitability.
• Respond to specific requests from management team.
• Aid in the development and installation of accounting systems, methods, procedures, and controls.
• Know and follow policies and procedures of the company, share information that would benefit other members of the team, and find ways to improve the delivery of services to our customers.
• Strive to continually strengthen PCA’s business philosophy of meeting needs and exceeding expectations for customers specifically supporting PCA’s Commitment to Service which involves doing what’s right for our customers, focusing on strategies that add value and support growth, and keeping the promises that we make.

Decision Making

Senior Accountant: Under general supervision, the Senior Accountant is expected to resolve problems and deviations in accordance with instructions, policies, and accepted practices. Handle moderately complex objectives but may escalate unresolved issues or questions to the .

Interactions

• Internally, the Sr. Accountant is expected to proactively develop and maintain effective working relationships with mill employees, management, and corporate accounting to achieve objectives and complete job responsibilities.
• Externally, the Accountant may work directly with vendors and customers. As a company representative, the Senior Accountant must exercise discretion realizing that interactions with vendors and customers must be in accordance with PCA policies and ethics.

Position Requirements

• Education: Equivalent to bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred.
• Experience: Five (5) years of work experience in a business office/accounting function. Previous experience in the manufacturing sector, containerboard, and corrugated packaging industry preferred.
• Skills: Broad understanding of accounting principles, theories, concepts, and practices. Ability to work well under pressure and within time constraints, multi-task, and build sound relationships with both internal and external customers. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously. Strong planning and follow up skills. Previous work experience as a member of a team, or a strong understanding of the importance of open communication and information sharing between team members.

Compensation And Benefits

• Starting salary range for position: $78,000-$98,000.
• Paid Vacation: 3 weeks per calendar year. Pro-rata Vacation during the initial year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year.
• Paid Holidays.
• Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.

Disclaimer

The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. All qualified applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered. PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.