Financial Analyst

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As an active member of the Milltown, NJ Retail Packaging and Display Finance Team, the Financial Analyst will analyze performance and recommend action needed to maximize the financial return of the Milltown, NJ Retail Display facility.  This is a developmental position with room for advancement with in IP.

Job Duties:

• Work under the direction of the Complex Controller in the preparation for analysis of operating results, operating trends, customer profitability, capital projects, incentive plan calculations, budgeting & forecasting, daily billing, special projects, and initiatives to assist Milltown, NJ Retail management in achieving operations and management objectives.
• Work with Complex Controller and Site Manager in development and refinement of processes to improve accounting efficiencies and process documentation.
• Actively assist site Controller in maintaining and enhancing internal control, accounting policy, and procedures. 
• Assist Project Management in customer set-ups, maintain sales data, managing accounts receivables, and purchase orders.

Qualifications:

• BS/BA in accounting, finance, business, or related field required; CPA or CMA a plus.
• 3+ years of accounting and/or finance experience; work experience in a manufacturing facility highly desirable.  Corrugated, folding carton, packaging, and/or related finance experience in a manufacturing environment a plus. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of general business management principles, internal financial management, and industry business practices. 
• Strong knowledge and application of financial concepts, standard costing concepts, forecasting, budgeting, and performance reporting against forecasts and budgets, internal controls, purchasing, and other accounting functions.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of functional areas (sales, marketing, manufacturing, customer service, logistics, etc.) within the organization.
• High level of managerial courage and informing skills.
• Deliver solutions on a quick-time basis; make decisions quickly with good follow through skills.  Provide the necessary analysis to support and drive a profitable operation.  Expert level knowledge of Excel required. SAP, HRMS & KIWI knowledge a plus.  Ability to adapt and learn new software required.
• Remain flexible and adapt to the situation and provide either leadership or follow instructions and work independently.
• Ability to handle pressure and stress.  Willingness and ability to work extended or irregular hours, occasional holidays, and travel as required.
• Ability to handle details accurately and in a timely manner.
• Excellent time management/priority setting, organizational, presentation, and communication skills.   

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans