Cost Accounting Analyst

Position Title:

Cost Accounting Analyst (Financial Analyst)

 

Pay Rate:

$55,500 - $70,000 (USCORE)

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

 

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

 

Physical Location:

Cedar Rapids Container Plant

950 Shaver Rd NE

Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

 

The Job You Will Perform:

The Financial Analyst will support Cedar Rapids box plant through assisting the Complex Controller on internal controls, month-end closing and reporting, budgets/forecasts, monthly outlooks, capital projects, analyzing performance and recommend action needed to maximize the financial return of the site.  This position will report to the Complex Controller. Will also work closely with the site manager.

• Work under the direction of the Complex Controller in the preparation for and analysis of operation results, operating trends, customer profitability, capital projects, incentive plan calculations, budgeting & forecasting, special projects, and initiatives in order to assist management in achieving operations and management objectives.
• Provide mid-month projections
• Analyze and provide weekly sales validations, month-end sales reporting, and price audits
• Work with Complex Controller in development and refinement of processes to improve accounting efficiencies and process documentation.
• Actively assist Complex Controller in maintaining and enhancing internal control, accounting policy, and procedures.
• Provides financial analysis including interpretation and application of professional standards, company policies, and processes
• Prepare journal vouchers and participate in month-end close.
• Perform data entry and utilize systems as a source of research analysis.
• Complete various reporting requirements.
• Be familiar with the financial policies and procedures outlined in the financial policies and capital investment manuals as they relate to the plants.
• Ensure that applicable internal controls are followed in each area of responsibility.
• Investigates, reviews, and evaluates various financial transactions and the recommendation of the appropriate treatment
• Payroll Processor and backup to other facilities.
• Complex Order to Cash Analyst (Accounts Receivable & TICs)

 

The Skills You Will Bring:

• BS/BA in accounting, finance, business, or related field required;
• Accounting and/or finance work experience required.
• Work experience in a manufacturing facility desirable
• Demonstrated knowledge of general business management principles, internal financial management, and industry business practices.
• Strong knowledge and application of financial concepts, standard costing concepts, forecasting, budgeting, and performance reporting against forecasts and budgets, internal controls, purchasing, and other accounting functions.  Understanding of GAAP and FASB
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of functional areas (sales, marketing, manufacturing, customer service, logistics, etc.) within the organization.
• High level of managerial courage and informing skills.
• Deliver solutions on a quick-time basis; make decisions quickly with good follow-through skills.
• Expert level knowledge of Excel required. SAP & WorkBrain knowledge a plus.
• Ability to adapt and learn new software required.
• Remain flexible and adapt to the situation and provide either leadership or follow instructions and work independently.
• Ability to handle pressure and stress.
• Willingness and ability to work extended or irregular hours, occasional holidays, and travel as required.
• Ability to handle details accurately and in a timely manner.
• Excellent time management/priority setting, organizational, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high energy office cubicle setting
• Self-starter who can learn on the fly
• Excellent team contributor and ability to lead when needed.

 

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

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. 

 

The Career You Will Build:

Sales and Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company