Accounting Specialist
International Paper•Selma, AL
•$48,300 - $64,400•Onsite
About The Position
The Riverdale Mill is currently seeking an Accounting Specialist in our Finance Department. The Accounting Specialist role at International Paper’s Riverdale Mill is an entry-level accounting support staff position, in which the individual will be responsible for Accounts Payable functions, Payroll Transaction Processing, and general administrative accounting functions as needed.
Requirements
- Preferred Associates Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or related discipline is required
- Experience working in Payroll/Finance
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of financial accounting and internal controls
- Prefer knowledge of union workforce and rotating shift schedules
- Strong computer skills – Microsoft office specifically strength in Excel
- Must have strong analytical, planning, and organization skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
- Highly motivated self-starter who performs well in a continuously changing environment
- Able to handle multiple priorities, and take pride in accuracy, quality, and completeness of work
- Use of Workforce, Sedgwick, and SAP systems
- High attention to detail
- Good customer service
Nice To Haves
- Instill safety as a core value within the team and effectively communicate a shared vision for safety
- Utilize excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with groups and individuals at all levels
- Utilize strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks effectively
Responsibilities
- Support mill safety initiatives such as Safe Work Observations, 5S, and monthly safety meetings
- Process payroll transactions for the mill, including any required reporting as needed
- Coordinate with mill areas to ensure any payroll related questions or issues are addressed in a timely and accurate manner
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of raw material/accounts payable transactions
- Resolution of raw material/accounts payable issues as they arise
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of daily, weekly, and monthly responsibilities and reports
- FMLA tracking across the mill
- All other duties as assigned
Benefits
- 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
- Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
