At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that held those soda cans you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care, and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.
With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.
JOB PURPOSE
Initially, the main part of the role is to maintain an effective and professional Sales Ledger (credit control) and Purchase ledger system for the company. Maximise cash inflow to the business by actively chasing prompt payments from customers. Ensuring that all invoicing occurs accurately and within the required time frame. To assist the Management Accountant in various ad-hoc duties and to aid the smooth production of month-end accounts.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
1. To lead the team of credit control and Purchase ledger.
2. Provide advice and support to the team regarding actions to take.
3. Ensure the team is following all financial controls (SOX).
4. Assist Management Accountant in preparing Blackline reconciliations & uploads.
5. Post all cashbook entries to Local IT System for all 3 bank accounts, reconcile to Bank statements & roll forward.
6. Attend Aged Debtor review meetings and prepare monthly reports.
7. Expand knowledge of the business and assist the Management Accountant and Financial Controller in preparation of monthly accounts and Budgets.
8. Provide cover for Credit Control and Purchase Ledger (Holiday Cover).
SKILLS/QUALS
1. Studying towards a professional qualification. (Study support provided)
2. High standard of Microsoft Excel skills required.
3. Experience within Credit Control and Sales/Purchase Ledger desirable.
4. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
5. Previous experience in the manufacturing Industry preferred, but not essential.
6. Ability to work in a team environment and handle high volumes and ad-hoc requests.
7. Knowledge of SOX – advantageous.
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
1. Reliable and flexible with a strong work ethic.
2. Able to effectively prioritise and adapt to variable workload.
3. Punctual, presentable, and with good attendance.
4. Must be experienced in dealing with pressure and be highly organised with an ability to multi-task and manage one's own time.
5. Pro-active and a can-do attitude required.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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