Financial Specialist I – Financial Analysis

Job Description

Financial Analyst | International Paper

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at International Paper, located in Roanoke, VA. International Paper is a global producer of sustainable packaging, pulp, and other fiber-based products, and one of the world’s largest recyclers, employing approximately 39,000 colleagues globally. This role is integral to the company’s success by providing essential accounting and analytical support, focusing on maximizing the financial return for the facility.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Salaried Full-Time
• Location: In-person, Roanoke, VA
• Pay: $59000–$76300 yearly
• Team: Reports to Controller
• Mission: Analyze performance and recommend actions to maximize the financial return for the facility.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Analyze performance and recommend actions to maximize the financial return for the facility.
• Support the Controller in preparing and analyzing operational results, operating trends, customer profitability, and budgeting & forecasting.
• Collaborate with the Controller to develop and refine accounting processes and process documentation to improve efficiencies.
• Actively assist in maintaining and enhancing internal controls, accounting policy, and procedures.
• Prepare journal vouchers and participate in the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, business, or a related field.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of accounting and/or finance experience.
• Skills: Demonstrated knowledge of general business management principles, internal financial management, and industry business practices, alongside effective communication skills and the ability to influence peers and management.
• Bonus: CPA or CMA certification. Prior work experience in a manufacturing facility, particularly with corrugated, printing, or packaging finance experience, is highly desirable.