Accounting Associate

Packaging Corporation of America; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America is seeking an Accounting Associate to maintain accounting records and produce timely reports and statements aligned with GAAP.

Responsibilities include posting to the GL, processing AP, handling AR adjustments, and supporting weekly payroll. The role involves month-end closings, filing, and responding to corporate requests while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to high school diploma.
• 1+ year experience in a business office/accounting function with exposure to GL, payroll, and/or AP.
• Solid working knowledge of accounting procedures.
• Strong MS Excel knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Post entries to the general ledger and balance accounts.
• Process accounts payable transactions including batch payments.
• Post, audit and collect accounts receivable transactions.
• Support weekly hourly payroll processing.
• Assist with month-end closings of the financials for the plant.
• Maintain accounting and payroll files per record keeping policies.
• Provide admin support and manage electronic/physical files as needed.
• Respond to corporate requests and ensure timely submission of requirements.

Job description

The Accounting Associate is responsible for maintaining all accounting records and producing timely reports, analysis, and statements in accordance with company policies and generally accepted accounting principles.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Post entries accurately and completely to the general ledger. Verify and balance general ledger accounts.
• Post, validate, and process accounts payable transactions including the preparation of batch payment.
• Post, audit and collect accounts receivable transactions by making adjustments and corrections as appropriate.
• Provide support with the processing of weekly hourly payroll.
• Assist in the preparations of month-end closings of the financials for the plant.
• Maintain accounting and payroll files and backup documentation in accordance with PCA's record keeping policies.
• Provide general administrative support including electronic and physical file organization and retrieval, copying material and conducting electronic or fax correspondence as needed.
• Respond to corporate requests and cyclical filings in accordance with the Controller's direction. Maintain follow-up system to ensure timely submission of requirements.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

• Education equivalent to high school diploma required.
• 1+ year previous work experience in a business office / accounting function with exposure to general ledger, payroll, and/or accounts payable functions.
• Solid working knowledge of accounting procedures.
• Strong working knowledge of computer systems such as Microsoft Office preferably with exceptional knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Associates degree or college accounting coursework.
• Previous experience in the manufacturing sector, containerboard and corrugated packaging industry.
• Experience with computer software that handles accounts payable and general ledger.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to handle detail-oriented tasks and review multiple documents and reports.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
• Strong appreciation for the retention and management of confidential information.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle numerous details, deadlines, and requests.
• Strong listening, evaluating, and organizational skills.
• Able to work flexible hours or overtime as needed.
• Previous experience working in a team environment preferred, or a strong understanding of the importance of open communication and information sharing among co-workers.