Accounting - Senior Accountant, CF

WHY GREAT NORTHERN

Great Northern is a leading developer and manufacturer of creative solutions for packaging, shipping, merchandising and distributing products for industrial, commercial and retail markets. Established in 1962 and privately owned, Great Northern has a long history of providing secure, stable and meaningful positions. Our team members produce sustainable and eco-friendly products that are supplied to national brands that impact peoples day-to-day lives.

Our Senior Accountant Schedule: Monday through Friday, some flexibility within normal business hours

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision and following established procedures, the Senior Accountant is responsible for assisting and supporting the Controller in senior level accounting practices in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

All job responsibilities are to be performed in strict adherence with the Company's Mission/Values Statement and in accordance with established standards for external customers as well as internal customers.

Expectation:

Four-year degree in accounting or equivalent experience required, CPA, CMA and/or MBA preferred. Minimum three years of related experience preferably in a manufacturing environment. Must have a thorough understanding of and practical experience in sales tax, transactional accounting, cost accounting, inventories and computerized accounting systems. Must be able to: efficiently and effectively utilize computerized accounting systems and spreadsheet programs; accurately and timely prepare financial statements; organize; exercise good business judgment in making daily operating decisions with the long term best interests of the business in mind; deal effectively and professionally with a wide variety of people and situations; maintain the integrity of highly confidential business information; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; meet deadlines that change frequently; deal effectively with time pressures, stress and change.

Opportunities for Growth

You will have the opportunity to learn new skills and acquire new knowledge that can be applied to grow into new positions with higher pay. Furthermore, you can grow your career with Great Northern through advancement opportunities available at our facilities both locally and nationally.

How We Can Make a Difference:· Near-site Clinic (Accessible to Team Member & Immediate Family Members)

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
• 401k with Company Match Up to 4%
• Generous Profit Sharing
• Quarterly Attendance Paid Time Off Bonus
• 15 Days of Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Referral Bonuses
• Health Fitness Reimbursement
• Employee Loan Program
• $1.50 Hourly Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shifthttps://greatnortherncorp.com/great-northern-chippewa-falls/

Great Northern is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.