Financial Analyst II

International Paper

$65K — $101K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA or CMA is a plus.
  • 5+ years of accounting and/or finance experience, preferably in a manufacturing facility.
  • Experience in corrugated, printing, packaging or related finance in manufacturing is highly desirable.
  • Strong understanding of general business management principles and internal financial management.
  • Proven ability to influence peers and management effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills with business leaders across various levels.

Responsibilities

  • Provide accounting and analytical support for the Olympia location.
  • Analyze performance and recommend actions to maximize financial returns.
  • Assist in preparing and analyzing operational results and customer profitability.
  • Improve accounting efficiencies and documentation processes under the Controller's direction.
  • Support internal control maintenance and compliance with accounting policies.
  • Conduct financial analyses and prepare journal vouchers for month-end close.
  • Ensure accurate processing of financial reports and daily activities.

Benefits

  • Health, welfare, and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, and Life insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for additional health and childcare costs.
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability coverage.
  • 401(k) and company-funded retirement contributions.
  • Paid Time Off, plus education and development opportunities including Tuition Reimbursement.
  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance program available.
  • Voluntary benefits available for home, auto, vision, and pets.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position Title:

Financial Analyst II

Pay Rate:

$65,100-$101,000 (USCORE)

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:

7727 Union Mills RD SE

Olympia, WA 98503

The Job You Will Perform:
  • Provide accounting and analytical support for the Olympia, WA location 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.
  • Work on region and division wide projects impacting plants outside of complex as needed.
  • Actively assist Controller in maintaining and enhancing 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.
  • Assist other facilities within the complex as needed.


The Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You Will Bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, business or related field required; CPA or CMA a plus.
  • 5+ 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.

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

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