Financial Analyst I

Position Title:
Financial Analyst I

Pay Rate:
$65,100 - $101,000 (USCORE 8-10)

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial rewards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s annual incentive plan.

Category/Shift:
Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:
Atlanta, GA (4 plant locations in the complex: Lithonia, GA; Forest Park, GA; Griffin, GA; Columbus, GA)

The Job You Will Perform:

• The analyst will sit in one of the four locations within the Atlanta Strategic Business Unit and provide analytical support to two primary locations while supporting the rest of the business unit on an as needed basis.
• Provide accounting and analytical support and play an integral role in the success of the Company. The ideal candidate for this position will be a highly motivated employee who will analyze performance and recommend action needed to maximize the financial return for the facility.
• Work under the direction of the Controller in the preparation for and analysis of operational 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.
• Work with Controller in development and refinement of processes to improve accounting efficiencies and process documentation.
• Actively assist Controller in maintaining internal control, accounting policy, and procedures.
• Provide financial analysis including interpretation and application of professional standards, company policies, and processes
• Prepare journal vouchers and participate in month-end close.
• Perform daily financial activities of the plant.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of daily, weekly, and monthly responsibilities and reports.
• 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.
• Investigate, review, and evaluate various financial transactions and the recommendation of the appropriate treatment.
• Review production hours entered/approved into payroll system; balance hours and maintain accuracy.

The Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field required; CPA or CMA a plus.
• 2+ years of accounting and/or finance experience; work experience in manufacturing facility highly desirable.
• Corrugated, printing, packaging and/or related finance experience in manufacturing environment highly desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of general business management principles, internal financial management, and industry business practices.
• Demonstrated skills to influence peers and management.
• Demonstrated effective communication with business leaders at various levels and functions.