• Financial Analyst

    International Paper (Memphis, TN)


    Job Description

    Position Title** **:

    Financial Analyst

    **Pay Rate** :

     

    $65,000 – 75,000

     

    _Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range._

     

    **Category/Shift** :

    Salaried Full-Time

    **Physical Location** :

     

    1740 International Drive,

     

    Memphis, TN 38197

    The Job You Will Perform:

    + Obtain a good understanding of the financial systems, processes, and procedures used across the organization to contribute to meeting or exceeding business goals

    + Perform essential financial transactions utilizing various systems to research, analyze, investigate, and evaluate data in order to recommend the appropriate business solution

    + Participate with assigned department teams on projects to gain knowledge around, but not limited to: general ledger, forecasting, budgeting, accounts payable, fixed assets, capital, payroll, reporting, and monthly/quarterly/yearly closing, research and investigation, regulatory compliance, analyzing business results, developing an annual budget, and preparing short term forecasts

    + Effectively interact both in-person and via phone, e-mail, instant messaging to assist and support the businesses by performing routine, ad hoc analytical support and other financial assignments such as measuring progress against meeting various objectives as outlined by your department, the business, or the company, as needed

    + Able to motivate others to optimize individual and team performance

    + Good listener that seeks to understand team opinions and offers timely feedback

    + Willing to learn AO, Power BI and other data analytical tools

    + Basic understanding of financial accounting and GAAP

    + Able to identify problems and seek resolution on problems and issues of concern

    + Develop organizational and project management skills

    The Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You Will Bring:

    + BS or MS degree in Finance, Accounting or related field

    + Relevant work experience preferred

    + Strong understanding of financial accounting and GAAP

    + Proficient in Microsoft Excel

    + Experience in SAP preferred

    + Experience or interest in Data Analytics, Analysis for Office, or Power BI preferred

    + Ability to work in a team environment

    + Strong oral and written communication skills

    + Ability to deal with Ambiguity

    + Developed Functional/Technical Skills

    The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

    International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

    The Career You Will Build:

    + Leadership training

    + Promotional opportunities

    The Impact You Will Make:

    We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re **Proud to be IP** .

    The Culture You Will Experience:

    International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

    The Company You Will Join:

    International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

     

    **Job Identification** 1078923