Sonoco

Accountant III (Hybrid)

Sonoco • $77K — $87K *
Hartsville, SC 29550Hybrid
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in accounting or finance, or equivalent.
  • 3-5 years of experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
  • Excellent Excel skills and familiarity with Microsoft Navision, Microsoft Office, and Oracle.
  • Strong analytical capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Perform and monitor plant-level accounting activities to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
  • Complete daily accounts payable and invoicing processes.
  • Execute month-end closing procedures timely.
  • Prepare and review transactions for the general ledger to ensure accuracy.
  • Support synchronization of Navision ERP and Oracle financial systems.
  • Prepare assigned balance sheet reconciliations and support audits.
  • Assist with cost accounting functions, including variance analysis and BOM updates.
  • Track capital expenditures and maintain the asset register for plant reviews.
  • Prepare forecasts, budgets, and assist with inventory reporting.
  • Maintain customer service standards for internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, including FSA and HSA options.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Holistic health support tools, including an Employee Assistance Program.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Variety of insurance plans offered, including life and disability insurance.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
Full Job Description

Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Controllership, you will support accounting and business policies and procedures, be involved with preforming monthly close tasks, maintaining plant financial processes, and preparing summary reports that help drive business decisions.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Performing and monitoring fundamental accounting activities at the plant level to ensure that the company’s daily accounting functions run accurately and effectively.
  • Completing the daily accounts payable and customer invoicing processes.
  • Executing month-end closing procedures in a timely manner.
  • Preparing and reviewing general ledger and subsidiary ledgers transactions to ensure accuracy and proper accounting treatment.
  • Supporting processes to ensure two financial systems are in sync (Navision ERP system and Oracle financials system).
  • Preparing balance sheet reconciliations as assigned, promote strong internal controls and provide support during all audits, assist with inventory reporting including annual physical inventories.
  • Supporting cost accounting functions which include periodic costing system updates, analyze monthly standard cost variances, and work with the plant to ensure BOM/routing updates are made as needed.
  • Involved in tracking capital expenditures and assist with maintaining the asset register and ensure that plant assets are reviewed annually and assist in preparation and review of monthly/weekly forecast, quarterly forecasts, and the annual budget.
  • Stay up to date with accounting concepts, practices, and procedures and maintain a professional level of customer service to both internal and external customers.
  • Other duties as assigned.

This is a hybrid position at our Corporate Headquarters in beautiful Hartsville, SC and may also be considered for our Charlotte, NC office. We are close to exciting destinations (Myrtle Beach, SC Charleston, SC, Columbia, SC and Charlotte, NC).

We’d love to hear from you if:

  • You have a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in accounting or finance, or equivalent.
  • You have a 3-5 years’ experience with exposure to accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
  • You have an excellent Excel skills and general IT systems knowledge (Microsoft Navision/Microsoft Office/Query/Oracle).
  • You have a strong analytical capabilities.

Compensation: 

This is a progression position, and can be a Level III, IV, or Senior, depending on experience and business needs. The annual base salary range for this role is as follows:

  • Accountant III - The annual base salary range for this role is from $77,440 to $87,120. 

  • Accountant IV - The annual base salary range for this role is from $88,000 to $99,000. 

  • Senior Accountant -The annual base salary range for this role is from $104,800 to $117,900, plus annual target bonus of 7.5% of base salary. 

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At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
  • Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
  • Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement

About Sonoco

Sonoco is a supplier of packaging and recycling services. Their products include rigid paper containers, rigid plastic packaging, blister packaging, metal packaging, tubes, reels, plastic plugs, ink cartridges, uncoated recycled paperboard, foam packaging, fast packs, protection for paper rolls, molded foam components, medical packaging solutions, medical packaging equipment, temperature assurance packaging, etc. They serve markets including automotive, healthcare, household, food and beverages, construction, textiles, and more.

Sonoco Careers

Join Sonoco, a global leader in packaging solutions, and become part of a team that thrives on innovation, leadership, and diversity. At Sonoco, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and development in an environment that values each individual's contribution.

Work You’ll Do

At Sonoco, we are committed to driving progress in the packaging industry through innovative solutions. By joining our team, you will collaborate with skilled professionals to solve complex challenges and help our clients achieve sustainable success. Our commitment to leadership and diversity training ensures that every team member is equipped to lead, inspire, and grow.

Explore Career Paths

Whether you are looking for an internship, a full-time position, or a leadership role, Sonoco offers a range of career paths to suit your professional goals. Our hiring process is designed to identify and nurture talent, ensuring that the right skills are matched with the right opportunities.

Innovate and Lead

Be part of a culture that fosters innovation and continuous improvement. At Sonoco, you will work alongside industry experts to develop groundbreaking solutions that make a real difference. Our leadership programs offer the tools and training you need to advance your career and lead with confidence.

Benefits and Growth

Sonoco is dedicated to the growth and well-being of its employees. We offer competitive benefits, including health, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. Our focus on career growth means we support you every step of the way, from refining your resume to preparing for your next interview.

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Learn more about Sonoco
Size
20,500 employees
Market Cap
$5.8 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$207.4 million
Founded
1899
5 Year Trend
+3.2%
Revenue
$5.2 billion
NASDAQ
SON
* Ladders Estimates

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