International Paper’s Global Business Services Center in Kraków (IPGBSC) is an established and expanding entity, delivering a variety of advanced, value-added services within the world’s most respected packaging and paper company. We co-operate with International Paper offices and manufacturing sites all over the world - North and Latin America, the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East, Africa and Russia) and Asia. International Paper GBSC is a great place to work and grow for employees educated and specialized in various fields. Discover our infinite possibilities! International Paper GBSC is currently seeking exceptional candidates to join the team as:
The role is supporting the Finance Teams of the respective entities in conducting a broad array of their accounting processes, including the month end close and other GL activities.
- Accounting and analytical support by providing information on business performance and projects
- Perform accurate calculations and recording of transactions in compliance with (USGAAP) and accounting policies
- Prepare and record month-end processing (calculate and record accruals, calculate inventory fluctuations, validate sales revenue levels) supporting the local Controllers.
- Quality review Balance Sheet account reconciliations for approval by Local Finance leadership and co-ordinate with internal and external auditors as required
- Design, communicate and implement accounting activity process optimization and standardization projects.
- Involvement in the migration of planned accounting activities to the team in Krakow, including shadowing activities on site.
- Coordinate and communicate the necessary training for local plants and manage the change of process
- Implementation of the centralized solution and appropriate documenting of the process using process maps and procedures
- Degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent
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At least 4 years of experience in the area of accounting in international company - good understanding and preferably some experience in AP and / or AR plus 1-2 years experience in GL
- Good knowledge of MS Excel and applications such as SAP
- Processes migration or project management experience would be an asset
- CIMA or ACCA courses (completed or in progress) or equivalent would be beneficial
- Strong interpersonal skills to communicate and collaborate with all levels of our organization
- Good team working skills
- Good command of English and Spanish is a must
This role is ideal for a candidate looking for a broad foundation in General Ledger and Management Accounting commensurate with pursuing a formal accounting qualification.
The role gives great opportunity to develop knowledge and practical skills on a path to senior position in finance (e.g. Controller).
