Financial Analyst

Job Description

Financial Analyst | International Paper

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at International Paper, located in Buffalo, NY. International Paper creates sustainable packaging solutions, leading the corrugated packaging industry by partnering with customers to protect goods, strengthen supply chains, and build lasting value. This role is integral to the company’s success, providing essential accounting and analytical support to maximize the financial return for the Buffalo facility.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Salaried Full-Time
• Location: In-person, Buffalo, NY
• Pay: $67000–$86800 yearly
• Team: Reports to the Controller
• Mission: Analyze facility performance and recommend actions to maximize financial returns.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Performance Analysis: Analyze operational results, operating trends, customer profitability, capital projects, incentive plan calculations, budgeting, and forecasting to assist management in achieving objectives and maximizing financial return.
• Process & Control Management: Collaborate with the Controller to develop and refine accounting efficiencies, improve process documentation, and actively maintain and enhance internal control policies and procedures.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare journal vouchers, participate in month-end close processes, and ensure accurate and timely processing of daily, weekly, and monthly financial responsibilities and various reporting requirements.
• Transaction & Compliance: Investigate, review, and evaluate diverse financial transactions, recommending appropriate accounting treatment, and ensure familiarity with and adherence to financial policies and internal controls.
• Operational Support: Perform daily financial activities for the plant, utilize systems for research analysis, and review production hours entered into the payroll system for accuracy.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, business, or a related field.
• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of accounting and/or finance experience.
• Skills: Demonstrated knowledge of general business management principles, internal financial management, industry business practices, the ability to influence peers and management, and effective communication with business leaders at various levels.
• Bonus: CPA or CMA certification is a plus. Prior work experience in a manufacturing facility, particularly in corrugated, printing, or packaging, is highly desirable.