Shared Services Accountant

Sonoco • Hartsville, SC

3d • $52,000 - $76,230 • Onsite

About The Position

The Shared Services Accountant is responsible for monthly review and analysis of assigned Sonoco plants, including reviewing operating statements and working with the offshore team to ensure the accuracy and completeness of general ledger data. The role requires an understanding of GAAP principles and their application within Sonoco. It is a progression position; the level will be based on candidate experience and business needs. The position is based at Sonoco’s corporate headquarters in Hartsville, South Carolina.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (strongly preferred), Finance, or Business Administration.
• Previous accounting work experience, either professional or internship, is required.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or MAcc preferred.
• CPA or CMA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review monthly operating statements and balance sheets for reasonableness, completeness, and accuracy.
• Analyze financial results and identify variances, trends, and potential issues.
• Promote strong internal controls and monitor their effectiveness.
• Liaise between onshore and offshore shared services general ledger teams and divisions.
• Work to standardize processes and procedures, and stay current on accounting and system updates.
• Provide assistance, training, and guidance to the offshore team as needed.
• Reconcile certain general ledger accounts and prepare and enter journals for operating expenses, statistical data, and accruals as needed.
• Provide service to internal and external customers, maintain effective communication, and promote process improvements.
• Use financial systems and maintain technical skills, including Microsoft Office, Oracle EBS and ERP, and OneStream.
• Perform assigned monthly, quarterly, and annual closing tasks.
• Assist Corporate Departments and/or Divisions with activities such as internal audits, governmental reporting, and intercompany invoicing.
• Prepare bank reconciliations as assigned.
• Prepare corporate department and/or plant fixed cost budgets as assigned.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Assist with resolving open items on various reconciliations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, including FSA and HSA options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Wellbeing tools and resources, including an Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Company-paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans, including life, personal accident, and disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level