Job Opportunity At Packaging Corporation Of America
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
Senior Accounting Associate
The Senior 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 responsibilities include:
- Post entries accurately and completely to the general ledger and verifies and balances 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.
- Follow up on customer accounts including customer credit issuances and collection activity as needed.
- Provide support with the processing of weekly hourly payroll.
- Assist in preparations of month end closings of the financials for the plant.
- Issue daily reports of financial matters, discrepancies, or irregularities to Controller as assigned.
- 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 materials 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 include education equivalent to a high school diploma and three (3) years' previous work experience in a business office / accounting function with exposure to general ledger, payroll, and/or accounts payable functions. Previous experience using automated accounting/payroll system is also required. Preferred requirements include an associate's degree or college accounting coursework, previous experience in the manufacturing sector, containerboard and corrugated packaging industry, experience with financial systems for invoicing, credit/collections, expense reporting, accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger, and previous Ceridian/Dayforce payroll processing experience. Knowledge, skills, and abilities include strong working knowledge of accounting procedures, strong organizational skills, ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment, strong analytical skills, strong appreciation for the retention and management of confidential information, above average written and verbal communication skills, strong listening, evaluating, and organizational skills, and ability to work flexible hours or overtime as needed. Previous experience working in a team environment is preferred, or a strong understanding of the importance of open communication and information sharing among co-workers.
All qualified applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered. PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. Job Details Pay Type: Salary