Accounting Specialist II

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. Apply now and join a community that improves people’s lives, the planet and our company’s performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.

Position Title

Accounting Specialist II

Pay Rate

$48,300-$64,400

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 awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s short –term incentive plan.

Category/Shift

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

4600 C St SW

Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

The Job You Will Perform

• Process mill purchase orders, verify key supplier invoices, and post invoices.
• Reconcile and analyze raw materials received are properly recorded.
• Process and track miscellaneous deposits made to the mill.
• Perform general accounting journal entries and accrual estimates to support month-end closing
• Track and order critical supplies for the mill.
• Complete month-end reporting and data collection.
• Perform payroll duties as backup.
• Perform monthly and/ or quarterly inventory audits.
• Support and exemplify the vision and values of Cedar River and maintain a positive and supportive attitude.
• The key accountabilities listed above are not to be considered all-inclusive; a team member may be required to perform additional tasks, as directed, and based on changing business needs of the company.
  
  

Key Knowledge And Experience

• 3 years accounting experience.
• Experience with invoicing, purchase orders, payables and receivables required
• Preparing and posting journal entries and performing reconciliations preferred
• Working knowledge of integrated ERP software (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and supporting systems (ScaleBoss, etc.) preferred
• Proficiency in Windows based software programs such as MS Excel and Word or comparable software program.
• Previous payroll experience a plus
• Strong time management, attention to detail, and customer service skills are required.
• Excellent verbal, written, people, and diplomacy skills are required.
  
  

The Benefits You Will Enjoy

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

The Career You Will Build

Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company.

The Impact You Will Make

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2023 were $18.9 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.

Cedar Rapids IA 52404