Plant Accountant: GAAP, GL & Payroll Expert

Packaging Corporation of America; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 78,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) in Massillon, OH is hiring a Plant Accountant to organize and coordinate the plant's general accounting activities, maintain the ledger, and deliver accurate financial reports. The role covers month-end closes, GL reconciliation, forecasting, payroll processing, and supervising accounting staff, with emphasis on internal controls and SOX compliance.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in accounting/finance and 3+ years of relevant experience, strong Excel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• 3+ years in accounting/finance with GL, payroll, and/or AP exposure preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• Knowledge of GAAP concepts and internal controls preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare financial statements and reports; analyze variances.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and perform reconciliations.
• Forecasts development and comparison to actual costs.
• Oversee customer accounts, credit issuances, and collections.
• Process hourly payroll in compliance with policies and laws.
• Guide and train accounting staff; assist Plant Controller.
• Analyze operations, costs, and revenues to support decisions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills — written and ver

Teamwork / collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/Financial systems

Job description

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) in Massillon, OH is hiring a Plant Accountant to organize and coordinate the plant's general accounting activities, maintain the ledger, and deliver accurate financial reports. The role covers month-end closes, GL reconciliation, forecasting, payroll processing, and supervising accounting staff, with emphasis on internal controls and SOX compliance.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in accounting/finance and 3+ years of relevant experience, strong Excel