Accounting Sr Analyst

Graphic Packaging Careers•Kenton, OH

2d•$62,600 - $83,400•Onsite

About The Position

Graphic Packaging International produces paper-based packaging for various industries, including food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care, and pet products. They are one of the largest manufacturers in this sector, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The company emphasizes collaboration, diversity, and innovation, and is committed to giving back to the communities where they operate. With over 25,000 employees globally across more than 130 locations, Graphic Packaging aims to be environmentally responsible and offers competitive compensation and benefits. This role is part of the Accounting team, which encompasses various functions such as ensuring compliance with financial transaction recording standards, controlling and reconciling accounts, and preparing internal and external financial reports. Depending on the organization, accounting work may also involve cost accounting, budgeting, accounts payable/receivable, and credit/collections.

Requirements

BA or equivalent + 6 years related experience, or MA + 4 years related experience.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Functional knowledge focus.
Application of theoretical knowledge typically gained through formal education (i.e. a postsecondary degree) and on the job training.
Increased functional expertise, scope and complexity of work, and ability to influence others.
Conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines.
Growing knowledge of industry practices.
Requires conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines.

Responsibilities

Ensuring compliance with financial transaction recording standards (e.g., general ledger, cash payments/collections, tax transactions, etc.).
Control/reconciliation of accounts and records (balance sheet, P&L, bank accounts, etc.).
Accounting reports/schedules for internal audiences (management reporting) and/or for external audiences (compliance reporting) including consolidation of financial statements, cash flow reporting, budget reporting, etc.).
Cost accounting/budgeting (allocation of direct/indirect costs, variance analysis, budget preparation, etc.).
Accounts Payable/Receivable and/or Credit & Collections.
Individuals in these roles have a functional knowledge focus and are primarily responsible for achieving results through their own work and through teams that they may be part of.
May mentor, coach and/or train less experienced co-workers.
Develops solutions to a variety of complex problems; analysis requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
Uses best practices and knowledge of internal/external business issues to improve products and services.
Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
Exerts some influence on the overall objectives and long-range goals of the organization.
Works under general direction.
Participates in determining objectives of assignment; plans, schedules and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives.
Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
Represents organization as a prime contact on programs or projects.
Interacts with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations.
Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods.
Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures.
Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required.
Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation.