Accounting Specialist

Position Title:
Accounting Specialist
Pay Rate:
$48,300-$64,400
Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.
Category/Shift:
Salaried Non-Exempt
Physical Location:
601 County Rd 78
Selma, Al
The Riverdale Mill is currently seeking an Accounting Specialist in our Finance Department. The Accounting Specialist role at International Paper’s Riverdale Mill is an entry-level accounting support staff position, in which the individual will be responsible for Accounts Payable functions, Payroll Transaction Processing, and general administrative accounting functions as needed.
The Job You Will Perform:
Support mill safety initiatives such as Safe Work Observations, 5S, and monthly safety meetings
Process payroll transactions for the mill, including any required reporting as needed
Coordinate with mill areas to ensure any payroll related questions or issues are addressed in a timely and accurate manner
Ensure accurate and timely processing of raw material/accounts payable transactions
Resolution of raw material/accounts payable issues as they arise
Ensure accurate and timely processing of daily, weekly, and monthly responsibilities and reports
FMLA tracking across the mill
All other duties as assigned
Desired Skills:
Successful candidate should have the ability to:
Instill safety as a core value within the team and effectively communicate a shared vision for safety
Utilize excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with groups and individuals at all levels
Utilize strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks effectively
The Skills You Will Bring:
Preferred Associates Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or related discipline is required
Experience working in Payroll/Finance
Able to demonstrate knowledge of financial accounting and internal controls
Prefer knowledge of union workforce and rotating shift schedules
Strong computer skills – Microsoft office specifically strength in Excel
Must have strong analytical, planning, and organization skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral