Sr Financial Analyst

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At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities. 

 

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

 

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

 

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

 

As a Sr. Financial Analyst for the Americas Converting Division, you will be responsible for key accounting processes, financial analysis, and creation of knowledge tools to deliver world class financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years’ experience in a Finance or Accounting role with 1-2 years in a manufacturing environment. This position provides an opportunity to drive superior business results within the largest business division, with over 50 converting plants in the Americas. 

 

Primary Responsibilities are, but not limited to the following:

 

Accounting Responsibilities:

• Complete the accounting and monthly close process for assigned functions and activities including Balance Sheet reviews and P&L statements
• Review and prepare account re-class entries, inventory validation, central reconciliations, intercompany, and miscellaneous allocations
• Develop improvements for existing accounting and month end close processes
• Partner with plant controllers to create, deploy, and provide training on best practices for accounting processes
• Support SOX compliance for the region and provide a high level of support for audits of critical processes
• Proactively assist company’s external auditors and internal auditors, as needed, to ensure an efficient and effective audit process

 

Financial Analysis Responsibilities:

• Collaborate across business units to improve processes and procedures
• Provide supporting analysis to Executive team related to SG&A costs
• Provide back up support for central Americas division Finance team, as needed
• Analysis of monthly business results including P&L and Balance Sheet trends
• Ad Hoc reporting and other duties, as needed

 

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; advanced degree is a plus
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in a Finance or Accounting role
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred but not required
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office Suite tools
• Prior experience with Alteryx automations preferred
• ERP systems experience required; SAP preferred

 

The above job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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