What if you were given the opportunity to make a difference?
It`s time to embrace your Infinite Possibilities! This is your opportunity to be a part of International Paper, a Fortune 500 company and global leader in paper and packaging products. IP is known for our commitment to the environment and cutting-edge technology. We have spent more than 100 years creating new ideas and we are looking for people who can collaborate to help us build on our history while creating future success.
We are an established and expanding Global Business Services Center in Krakow. Thanks to our engaged employees and operational excellence we provide advanced services in the areas of Finance, IT, Global Sourcing, Supply Chain and Global Customer Service.
You have the opportunity to contribute your unique talents as you develop a rewarding career and learn from experts in our diverse and international work environment.
You will support the local Finance Teams of the respective entities in conducting General Ledger reconciliation activities and Month End close activities. The role would also provide exposure to Senior Management and opportunities to interact with all other finance related departments, both centrally and in the local teams.
If you are accountant with strong theoretical knowledge and some practical experience, the role offers exposure to the General Ledger starting with gaining a full understanding of the Balance Sheet, followed by opportunities to learn all aspects of Month End closing.
The role gives a great opportunity to develop knowledge and practical skills on a path to senior position in finance (e.g. Senior Accountant, Controller). It should interest any accountant with enthusiasm and a strong work ethic, willing to work within a team and grow in a new department servicing the packaging and papers business.
- Prepare timely and accurate Balance Sheet Account reconciliations to be approved by the Finance Controllers
- Ongoing communicate with controllers about solutions related to the Balance Sheet Reconciliations
- Conduct any month end close activities accurately and timely
- Ensure appropriate controls are in place for all processes under the responsibility of the team. Co-ordinate with internal and external auditors as required
- Be a part of the plant finance team through site visits, regular communication, projects and ad hoc analysis
- Support our business locations by providing information for local business analysis and also supporting the local teams with analysis on business performance and projects as required
- Support the GFS Senior Accountants with the design, communication and implementation of accounting activity process optimization and standardization projects, as well as with the balance sheet reconciliation review
- Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance, ideally ready to commence professional qualifications (ACCA, CIMA or similar)
- 1-2 years of professional experience in the area of accounting (good understanding of AP/AR or GL processes)
- Knowledge of basic bookkeeping
- US GAAP experience is preferred
- Manufacturing background preferred
- Good knowledge of MS Excel, and other MS Office tools and applications. SAP or AS400 experience would be beneficial
- Fluent English and Spanish
- Ability to work as part of a team is essential, as well as the ability to deal with ambiguity
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a rapidly changing environment with rigid deadlines
- Ability to accomplish results by acting with the utmost integrity and honesty and executing responsibly
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