Staff Accountant

Job Highlights

At CCL Tube we provide state-of-the-art packaging solutions in plastic tubes innovative product labeling, to some of the world's largest producers of consumer brands in personal care, cosmetics, pharmaceutical products.

The Wilkes-Barre, PA facility has an immediate opening for Staff Accountant.

The Staff Accountant plays an integral role in maintaining the Company’s accounting records and transactions in accordance with prescribed Internal Control procedures and IFRS accounting standards. The role participates in the financial closing process including Income Statement and Balance Sheet preparation, account analysis/reconciliation of general ledger accounts, and the preparation of various journal entries.

Job Summary & Requirements

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Maintains financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts

· Prepares journal entries, analyses, and assists with monthly close processes

· Performs monthly balance sheet reconciliations

· Ensures monthly accounting close and reconciliation activities are completed on time and accurately

· Reconciles inter-company activity

· Responds to information requests, reviews financial statements, and assists with audits

· Assists with AR and AP functions as required

· Monitors and continually improves the internal control environment

· Develops and implements process improvements on an on-going basis

· Participates in special projects as needed, involving coordination and communication with various internal and external entities

· Complies with all company personnel and safety policies and Good Manufacturing Practices guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with three to five years’ relevant work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

· Strong background in ERP and GL accounting systems. JDE experience is a major plus.

· Must be able to work well independently and be a team player

· Ability to work well in a fast-paced professional office environment coupled with the ability to meet assigned deadlines

· Exceptional organization and time management skills

· Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing