Accounting Specialist

McKinley Paper and Packaging Company; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinley Paper and Packaging Company is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support plant operations with accuracy, confidentiality, and organization. The role covers accounts payable/receivable, GL entries, month-end close, and cost reporting within a corrugated manufacturing setting.

The successful candidate will have 2–4 years of accounting experience, ERP and payroll exposure, and strong Excel/ERP skills to assist production and HR functions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and cost accounting processes.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable with accurate coding and reconciliation.
• Maintain general ledger entries, postings, and assist month-end closings.
• Reconcile production, inventory, and shipping reports between departments.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis activities.
• Assist HR with payroll-related duties and employee files.
• Generate reports for plant management on efficiency and metrics.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Excel

Word

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

McKinley Paper and Packaging Company is looking for a Accounting Specialist responsible for performing a variety of accounting and administrative tasks to support plant operations, with a focus on accuracy, organization, and confidentiality. This position requires prior experience in a corrugating and converting manufacturing environment and includes cross-functional support for human resources and front-office duties. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting & Finance

• Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring invoices and payments are accurately coded, entered, and reconciled.
• Maintain general ledger entries, journal postings, and assist with month-end and year-end closings.
• Reconcile daily production, inventory, and shipping reports between corrugating and converting departments.
• Track raw material usage, waste, and cost allocations for accurate financial reporting.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities, providing cost and variance analysis as needed.
• Maintain vendor relationships and ensure compliance with company procurement procedures.
• Manufacturing Support (Corrugating & Converting)
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to validate daily production logs, downtime tracking, and material consumption reports.
• Monitor production-related expenses and assist with job cost analysis.
• Generate reports to support plant management in monitoring efficiency, scrap rates, and operational metrics.

Human Resources & Administration

• Assist HR with onboarding documentation, attendance tracking, and maintaining employee files.
• Support timekeeping and payroll preparation by verifying hours, correcting punches, and communicating with department leads.
• Maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive employee and company information.
• Serve as the first point of contact for visitors, vendors, and incoming calls, ensuring a professional and welcoming environment.
• Distribute mail, manage office supplies, and coordinate administrative logistics for meetings and plant events.
• Support communication between departments to ensure smooth office and plant operations.

Qualifications:

Education: Associate’s degree or higher in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

Experience:

2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a corrugating and converting manufacturing environment.

Familiarity with ERP systems, inventory tracking, and cost accounting.

Exposure to HR or payroll processes a plus.

Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or similar).
• Strong organizational, analytical, and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Office-based with regular interaction with production areas.
• Must be comfortable working in a manufacturing setting with frequent coordination across departments.

McKinley Paper and Packaging Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.