Accounting Associate

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. The Accounting Associate is responsible for maintaining all accounting records and producing timely reports, analysis, and statements in accordance with company policies and generally accepted accounting principles.

Requirements

• Post entries accurately and completely to the general ledger and verifies and balances general ledger accounts.
• Post, validate and process accounts payable transactions including the preparation of batch payment.
• Post, audit and collect accounts receivable transactions by making adjustments and corrections as appropriate.
• Provide support with the processing of weekly hourly payroll.
• Assist in the preparations of month-end closings of the financials for the plant.
• Maintain accounting and payroll files and backup documentation in accordance with PCA’s record keeping policies.
• Provide general administrative support including electronic and physical file organization and retrieval, copying material and conducting electronic or fax correspondence as needed.
• Respond to corporate requests and cyclical filings in accordance with the Controller’s direction. Maintain follow-up system to ensure timely submission of requirements.

Benefits

• Bonus
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Life, AD&D, and disability coverages
• 401k plan with employer matching contributions