Accounting Specialist II

International Paper • Cedar Rapids, IA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. Apply now and join a community that improves people’s lives, the planet and our company’s performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day. Position Title: Accounting Specialist II Pay Rate : $48,300-$64,400 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 short –term incentive plan. Category/Shift : Salaried Full-Time Physical Location : 4600 C St SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Requirements

• 3+ years accounting experience.
• Experience with invoicing, purchase orders, payables and receivables required
• Strong time management, attention to detail, and customer service skills are required.
• Excellent verbal, written, people, and diplomacy skills are required.

Nice To Haves

• Preparing and posting journal entries and performing reconciliations preferred
• Working knowledge of integrated ERP software (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and supporting systems (ScaleBoss, etc.) preferred
• Proficiency in Windows based software programs such as MS Excel and Word or comparable software program.
• Previous payroll experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Process mill purchase orders, verify key supplier invoices, and post invoices.
• Reconcile and analyze raw materials received are properly recorded.
• Process and track miscellaneous deposits made to the mill.
• Perform general accounting journal entries and accrual estimates to support month-end closing
• Track and order critical supplies for the mill.
• Complete month-end reporting and data collection.
• Perform payroll duties as backup.
• Perform monthly and/ or quarterly inventory audits.
• Support and exemplify the vision and values of Cedar River and maintain a positive and supportive attitude.
• The key accountabilities listed above are not to be considered all-inclusive; a team member may be required to perform additional tasks, as directed, and based on changing business needs of the company.

Benefits

• 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.
• Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees