Accountant

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries.

The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.  

 

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.  

 

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn. 

 

OUR VISION: 

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

 

OUR PURPOSE: 

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. 

Job Requisition #:
035541 Accountant (Open)

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities 



* Complies with all local, state, federal and government accounting and financial regulations.


* Compiles and maintains journal entries in computer system.


* Reconciles general ledger accounts and reviews general ledger trial balance for accuracy.


* Reconciles and maintains key balance sheet accounts.

 


* Recommends and presents standard internal accounting policies and procedures.


* In compliance with SOX, prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidation and closing activities.


* Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial information to be distributed to management.


* Investigates and resolves variances in reporting.


* Supports the schedule and requests of external auditors.


* Interacts with other functional areas within the company, researching and resolving inquiries.


* Assists in the preparation of the Annual Report.


* Assists in the preparation and filing of information with the Securities and Exchange Commission.


* Duties may focus on maintaining the fixed asset system.

 Aids in the monthly, quarterly and annual consolidation process for both tax and Corporate Controllers department.

 Completes fixed asset analyses of operations and accounts.

   


* Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience 



* Typically possesses a Bachelors degree in Accounting with 0-2 years of experience.

 

Knowledge and Skills 



* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


* Good communication skills.


* Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).


* Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).


* Solid understanding of the accounting field.


* Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.


* Strong attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to work effectively, independently and in a team environment.

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