Job description

We're Not Just in the Packaging Business–We're in the "Wow" Business

Pregis is Hiring!

Why Join Pregis?

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.

Staff/Intercompany Accountant – Corporate Accounting – Bannockburn, IL

Job Responsibilities: Overall:

• Actively participate and support the month, quarter and year-end close processes
• Responsible for the accounting of Corporate balance sheet accounts including accruals, debt, and lease accounting.
• Own the company’s intercompany reconciliation process, ensuring that any intercompany out of balance is addressed within the defined tolerance in a timely manner by the end of each month’s close process.
• Ensure the integrity of accounting information by verifying and recording transactions.
• Promote a strong internal controls environment including timely preparation of account reconciliations in Blackline.
• Provide accounting support to the Payroll Department.
• Perform other duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
• Ensure safeguarding of Corporate assets.

Monthly/Quarterly/Yearend Close

• Prepare SAP related month-end close entries including, but not limited to, debt, interest expense, , payroll accounting, bank account reconciliations and certain Corporate SG&A accruals. Prepare recurring entries and yearend allocations to the business units. Interface with various vendors for “incurred but not invoiced” services at month end.
• Manage FX inputs and SAP related routines during the close.
• Conduct monthly and quarterly account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and general ledger maintenance.
• Consolidated quarterly reporting:
• Capex reporting for Statement of Cash Flow purposes.
• Reconciliation of SAP GL to TM1 to ensure the integrity of the Corporate reporting system (Corporate legal entity).
• Responsible for lease accounting under ASC842 including utilization of the CoStar lease administration tool.
• Fixed asset accounting and maintenance for Corporate IT department.
• Provide footnote disclosure information at yearend for the following footnotes:
• Commitments
• Debt
• Statement of cash flow supplemental information
• Interest and taxes paid
• Fixed assets related liabilities in AP

Intercompany reconciliations:
Work closely with the 9 business segment accounting representatives to enhance the intercompany reconciliation process. Working in conjunction with the Accounting Manager, develop a new routine for a structured approach to reviewing intercompany transactions throughout the month. Reduce the number of intercompany out of balance transaction prior to month end. Identify and remediate the root causes of out of balances.

Taxes

• Ensure timely payment of tax assessments and quarterly estimated taxes.
• Assist with the submissions of year-end EY PBCs (prepared by client schedules) requests.

Audit

• Assist with the coordination of audits, pulling supporting documentation and related data.

Internal Controls

• Ensure consistent application of Company accounting policies and procedures.

Other

• Coordinate the payment of Corporate invoices with AP
• Ensure timely filings of Ad hoc census filings; ensure timing submission by the business units.
• Special projects as required.
• Assist with Hart-Scott Rodino (anti-trust annual reporting).

Core Competencies:

• Attention to details and deadline driven; well organized and committed to “getting the job done right”.
• Strong technical accounting skills/aptitude in the area of debt and leases.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills: ability to clearly and concisely explain routine accounting transactions.
• Self-confident, self-starter, assertive and driven to achieving results.
• Willing to be flexible relative to work time commitments.
• Strong systems aptitude; large ERP system exposure helpful.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Quick learner; ability to pick up responsibilities with minimal training; multi-tasking capabilities are important.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• CPA or CPA in progress preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in public accounting/finance.
• Experience with financial reporting requirements.
• ASC 842 – Lease accounting experience.
• Exposure to SAP and Blackline a plus and preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and other Microsoft Office Suite tools.
• Exposure to the manufacturing industry. Experience with inventory valuations a plus.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis’ culture and achievements.

Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC.

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