Accountant

Job Description

Accountant | Greif

The Tone:
This is an Accountant role at Greif. Greif is a global leader in performance packaging, operating in 40 countries, and delivering trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions to some of the world’s most in-demand and fastest-growing industries. With a strong commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life’s essentials and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders. This role is crucial for maintaining financial integrity and compliance within the company’s accounting operations, supporting its vision to be the advantage that helps customers win.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: Not specified
• Pay: $55500–$94500 yearly
• Mission: Ensure financial reporting accuracy and regulatory compliance across Greif’s accounting operations.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite or related software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full adherence to all local, state, federal, and government accounting and financial regulations, safeguarding Greif’s financial operations.
• Ledger Management: Compile and accurately maintain journal entries within the computer system, then meticulously reconcile general ledger accounts and review the general ledger trial balance for accuracy.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial information destined for management, including compliance with SOX requirements for consolidation and closing activities, and actively investigate and resolve any variances in reporting.
• Audit & SEC Support: Provide direct support for external auditors’ schedules and requests, while also assisting in the crucial preparation of the Annual Report and the filing of information with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
• Fixed Asset Focus: Take on duties potentially focused on maintaining the fixed asset system, assisting in the monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidation process for both tax and Corporate Controllers department, and completing detailed fixed asset analyses of operations and accounts.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This role typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, preparing candidates for an entry-level position with foundational knowledge in the field.
• Experience: Candidates should possess 0-2 years of professional experience, indicating a focus on early career development within a robust accounting environment.
• Skills: Demonstrated excellent organizational skills and a strong attention to detail are critical, alongside robust analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Good communication skills are essential for interacting with various functional areas.
• Technical Proficiency: Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) is required, complemented by proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.