Accounting Associate

Company: Orora Packaging Solutions
Location: Tempe
Posted on: May 10, 2022

Job Description:

At Orora, we believe our packaging touches lives and together, we, together as a team, deliver on the promise of what---s inside. From custom packaging design and packaging materials, to prototype development and manufacturing, packaging automation and equipment, kitting and fulfillment, global sourcing, and full service warehousing and logistics, our packaging consultants develop cutting-edge, innovative solutions that take a product from concept to consumer. It is with this passion and commitment to innovation, we believe in hiring and developing the very best talent by living our core values of Teamwork, Passion, Respect, and Integrity every day. These core values define who we are and how we operate. They shape the way we work with each other, with our customers, and with our communities. Every day, we deliver packaging solutions that exceed our customers--- expectations while solving complex problems as a team. We believe that all team members (irrespective of their role or level), should aspire to distinctive leadership behavior, as we continue to deliver on the promise for our customers, shareholders and each other. Leadership is not tied to a job title, i.e. you don---t need to be accountable for a team to be considered a leader. Position Summary The talented Accounting Associate assists the team and support divisions and respective Controller in completing the month-end close. Reconciles the balance sheet accounts and resolves open items. Prepares and monitors budgets in support of the business group objective. He/she is responsible for supporting the coordination of the financial and management accounting and reporting activities, internal and external auditing, budgeting, cost, financial analysis, and governmental reporting activities while ensuring the company---s accounting records fairly and accurately reflect the position of Orora Business Service Center, related divisions, and subsidiaries. Works on special projects and backs up the accounting department as needed. Reports to: Accounting Supervisor Location: Tempe, AZ (remote/local only) Primary Duties and Responsibilities Assists with the completion of month end close for assigned divisions/areas which includes all general ledger entries and year end closings. Prepares and analyzes monthly financial reconciliation packages. Assists with preparation and coordination of audit requests. Completes journal entries including uploading into the system and supporting the preparation and coordination of completion. Reconciles general and subsidiary bank accounts by gathering and balancing information. Corrects errors by posting adjusting journal entries. Coordinates the identification and compilation of information to provide accurate and timely reports to management and other appropriate internal organizations. Secures financial information by completing database backups; keeping information confidential. Maintains accounting controls by following policies and procedures; complying with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements. Records inventory cycle count adjustments and cost adjustments. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty adequately. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience: Bachelor---s degree in Accounting or related field or working toward degree 1-3 years of related experience preferred Intermediate Excel experience SAP knowledge preferred Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of Accounting and financial principals General accounting/math skills Strong organization and attention to detail skills; deadline-oriented Ability to Identify accounting problems and come up with possible solutions Experience working on accounts receivable and accounts payable problem accounts preferred This position requires the ability to demonstrate the following competencies: Business Mastery Integrated Leadership Change Management Intellectual flexibility & technical acumen Reasonable Accommodations Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Orora and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: careersororagroup.com for additional support and guidance What We Offer Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families. Here's a sample of the benefits we offer: Medical Dental Vision Generous PTO 401(k) with a Company Match Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Group Life and AD&D Voluntary Life and AD&D Group Short-Term Disability Group Long-Term Disability Equal Employment Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as need, to assist them in performing essential job functions. Recruitment Agencies Orora does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Orora is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Solicitation of Payments Orora does not solicit payment from our applicants and candidates for consideration or placement.

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