Financial Analyst II

IPG; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG is a global leader in packaging and protective solutions with a commitment to safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. The Financial Analyst II will compile and analyze financial information essential to department objectives across North America, supporting reporting, forecasting, and cost accounting activities.

Based in a Finance team, this exempt salaried role requires 2–4 years in financial analysis, strong Excel and SQL skills, and the ability to work with ERP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
• 2–4 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or related roles.
• Supports cost accounting activities, including inventory analysis, manufacturing cost reporting, variance analysis, and reconciliation of cost-related accounts across manufacturing locations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including excellent Excel skills and a proven ability to build complex financial models.
• Proficiency in Consolidation and ERP softwares, such as LV and JDE, preferred.
• Knowledge of Cost Accounting Systems, preferred.
• Experience with SQL, preferred.
• Must be results and deadline oriented with an ability to manage multiple assignments and work extended hours as dictated by the workload.
• Must be a team player with an ability to interface effectively with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Consolidates reports, month-end journal entries, audit requests, scheduling, recurring meetings and provides regular system maintenance for companies various manufacturing locations across North America.
• Develops integrated revenue/expense analyses, projections, reports, and presentations of business units
• Creates and analyzes monthly, quarterly, and annual business unit reports and ensures that financial information has been recorded accurately.
• Identifies trends and developments in competitive environments and presents findings to manager.
• Performs financial forecasting and reconciliation of internal accounts.
• Any and all financial analyst related tasks as directed by supervisor

Skills

Financial analysis

ERP systems

Excel modelling

Forecasting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

LV

JDE

SQL

Job description

Join the IPG Team!

Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions—we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you!

Join the IPG Team!

Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions—we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you!

Position Description

Title: Financial Analyst II

Department: Finance

Immediate Supervisor: Group Controller

Status: Exempt Salaried

Position Purpose: The Financial Analyst II will compile and analyze financial information integral to the core objectives and requirements of each department.

Principle Accountabilities

• Responsible for consolidating reports, month-end journal entries, audit requests, scheduling, reoccurring meetings and providing regular system maintenance for companies various manufacturing locations across North America.
• Develops integrated revenue/expense analyses, projections, reports, and presentations of business units
• Creates and analyzes monthly, quarterly, and annual business unit reports and ensures that financial information has been recorded accurately.
• Identifies trends and developments in competitive environments and presents findings to manager.
• Performs financial forecasting and reconciliation of internal accounts.
• Any and all financial analyst related tasks as directed by supervisor

Essential Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required
• 2-4 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or related roles
• Supports cost accounting activities, including inventory analysis, manufacturing cost reporting, variance analysis, and reconciliation of cost-related accounts across manufacturing locations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including excellent Excel skills and a proven ability to build complex financial models
• Proficiency in Consolidation and ERP softwares, such as LV and JDE, preferred
• Knowledge of Cost Accounting Systems, preferred
• Experience with SQL, preferred
• Must be results and deadline oriented with an ability to manage multiple assignments and work extended hours as dictated by the workload
• A strong desire to professionally grow and the ability to enthusiastically embrace new challenges
• Must be a team player with an ability to interface effectively with all levels of the organization

Why Choose IPG?

At IPG, you will find more than just a job—you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive.

Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people.

With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and innovation, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can flourish!

We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or advance your career, we offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed. Think big, dream bigger, and make an impact with IPG.

You belong here. Join us today!