Associate Plant Accountant

Packing Corp of America • Burlington, WI • 1h ago

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers - large and small - package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People - Customers - Trust

Accounting Associate

Salary Range - $42,000.00 - $65,000.000

The Accounting Associate is responsible for maintaining all accounting records and producing timely reports, analysis, and statements in accordance with company policies and generally accepted accounting principles.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Post entries accurately and completely to the general ledger. Verify and balance general ledger accounts.

Post, validate and process accounts payable transactions including the preparation of batch payment.

Post, audit and collect accounts receivable transactions by making adjustments and corrections as appropriate.

Provide support with the processing of weekly hourly payroll.

Assist in the preparations of month-end closings of the financials for the plant.

Maintain accounting and payroll files and backup documentation in accordance with PCA's record keeping policies.

Provide general administrative support including electronic and physical file organization and retrieval, copying material and conducting electronic or fax correspondence as needed.

Respond to corporate requests and cyclical filings in accordance with the Controller's direction. Maintain follow-up system to ensure timely submission of requirements.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

Education equivalent to high school diploma required.

1+ year previous work experience in a business office / accounting function with exposure to general ledger, payroll, and/or accounts payable functions.

Solid working knowledge of accounting procedures.

Strong working knowledge of computer systems such as Microsoft Office preferably with exceptional knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Associates degree or college accounting coursework.

Previous experience in the manufacturing sector, containerboard and corrugated packaging industry.

Experience with computer software that handles accounts payable and general ledger.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Strong analytical skills with the ability to handle detail-oriented tasks and review multiple documents and reports.

Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.

Strong appreciation for the retention and management of confidential information.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle numerous details, deadlines, and requests.

Strong listening, evaluating, and organizational skills.

Able to work flexible hours or overtime as needed.

Previous experience working in a team environment preferred, or a strong understanding of the importance of open communication and information sharing among co-workers.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Starting salary for position: [$XX.YY] per hour. ***Delete this line if it does not apply. For HOURLY only.

Bonus: Annual - Based upon achievement of plant performance metrics. ***Delete this line if it does not apply. For HOURLY CORRUGATED only.

Paid Vacation: [ insert number ] weeks per calendar year. Pro-rata Vacation during the initial year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year. ***For HOURLY only.

Starting salary range for position: [ insert salary range ]. ***Delete this line if it does not apply. For SALARIED only.

Bonus: Annual - Based upon individual contribution and overall, Company performance. ***Delete this line if it does not apply. For SALARIED only.

Paid Vacation: Three (3) weeks per calendar year. Pro-rata Vacation during the initial year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year. ***Delete this line if it does not apply. For SALARIED only.

Paid Holidays.

Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision - and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.

Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.

Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA's good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.

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