Title:  Accounting Coordinator III

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At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities. 

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

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Mission:

The Graphic Packaging Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Accounting Coordinators are part of a corporate, centralized function that process approximately 600,000 invoices per year and disburses over $2.5 billion and receives in excess of $4 billion in customer payments.

The Accounting Coordinator III position is an entry level Coordinator responsible for the processing of vendor invoices and/or cash application transactions.  The Accounting Coordinator III will assist transactions to include following: ensuring the accurate and timely preparation of vendor payments and related controls, reports and tax filings for accounts payable, applying customer receipts and corresponding receivables management processes.

The position requires an understanding of how these functions impact the business and the ability to extract data required for analysis from a number of systems, such as ReadSoft, SAP and any future solutions. 

How you will support GPI:

Job Functions:  Job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Daily Accounts Receivable/Cash Application functions as assigned
• Perform Accounts Receivable/Cash Application tasks – UED/invoice distribution
• Investigate and document payment discrepancies through RM platform and CRD site
• Work as a backup to other positions in the department as assigned
• Daily bank reconciliations
• Partner with Credit and Treasury on discrepancy management and various banking programs

Position Requirements:

Education:

• High School diploma or GED required
• Trade school or college degree in accounting, finance, or related field, preferred

Background/Experience:

• 1-2 years accounting experience, or relevant financial/ accounting office experience required
• Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable experience preferred

Required Skills:

• Computer Skills: proficient in word processing and spreadsheet programs, preferably Microsoft Word and Excel. Basic knowledge of e-mail systems.
• Intermediate knowledge of automated accounting systems, SAP and Concur beneficial. Experience in data entry required.
• Ability to work with little supervision, to multitask and prioritize, to effectively communicate with customers, vendors, co-workers and other Graphic Packaging employees in a professional and courteous manner.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with attention to detail, i.e., accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to display good judgement and complete discretion in handling confidential information.