Controller Associate

International Paper

Olympia, WA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$65,100–$86,800 Per Year

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Close, Analysis Skills, Budgeting, Business Administration, Corrective Action, Cost Accounting, Diversity, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Control, Financial Operations, Financial Services, Financial Statements, Forecasting, IP (Internet Protocol), Incentive Programs, Information Technology & Information Systems, Insurance, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Marketing, Mentoring, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Property Insurance, Quality Management, Root Cause Analysis, SAP, Sales Management, Student Loans, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Time Management, Tuition Reimbursement, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Olympia, WA

POSTED

16 days ago

**Job Description** **Controller Associate** **Physical Location:** **This role requires flexibility to relocate in the near future and the ability to travel up to 50% as needed.** **Location Details:** Candidates must be open to placement in various locations. Potential immediate opportunities include: + **Oregon** + **Washington** **_To explore more of our locations, please visit:_** https://www.internationalpaper.com/locations **Pay Rate** : $65,100 - $86,800 Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP's annual incentive plan. **Category/Shift** : Salaried Full-Time **The Job You Will Perform:** - Work under the daily guidance of the site controller as part of a division-wide finance development program, gaining exposure to all aspects of the Container business through formal training, cross-site job rotations, special projects, and mentorship from NAC Finance leadership. - Generally, serve as one of two exempt financial professionals at the manufacturing site, typically working alongside a team that includes non-exempt staff-offering valuable leadership and managerial development opportunities as you progress. - While building the skills necessary for future leadership roles within the Finance organization, provide support to the plant controller, plant general manager, region controller, and NAC division staff. - Key responsibilities include ensuring strong internal controls to protect company assets, preparing financial statements in accordance with professional and corporate standards, delivering timely and actionable financial analysis, identifying and proposing solutions to business challenges, and mentoring and developing accounting staff. **The Skills You Will Bring:** - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, with at least 12 credit hours in Accounting - Minimum of 2 years' experience in an Accounting or Finance role; experience in a converting facility is a plus - Geographic flexibility and willingness to travel up to 50% during the training period - Strong initiative and self-motivation, with excellent written, verbal, and active listening skills - Proven ability to collaborate effectively and contribute to team success - Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment - Strong knowledge of general and cost accounting, including month-end close processes and financial statement preparation - Experience with developing, maintaining, and assessing internal controls - Strong analytical and financial skills, including budgeting, forecasting, KPI tracking, working capital management, and supporting special projects - Familiarity with financial and operational information systems, preferably SAP, including system oversight and management - Understanding of sales, marketing, and distribution processes - Knowledge of quality improvement and manufacturing processes, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions **About Us** **The Benefits You Will Enjoy:** International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets **The Career You Will Build:** Leadership training, promotional opportunities **The Impact You Will Make:** We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you'll see why our team members say they're Proud to be IP. **The Culture You Will Experience:** International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture. **The Company You Will Join:** International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com. International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919. **Job Identification** 2002313 **Job Schedule** Full time

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