The Finance and Accounting organization is a mission and results driven team that operates with a strong sense of collaboration to support the business, while utilizing our technical expertise, as we manage processes to record, reconcile, and report all financial activity of the enterprise. We bring financial context into the picture when partnering with the lines of business, senior and executive management, and our board of directors.
The opportunity:
We are seeking an enthusiastic, team player to join the Accounts Payable team located in our Duluth, GA Home Office to be responsible for the daily issuing of cash disbursements to WestRock’s global customer and supplier base. This role will issue payments, input or release EFTs, identify and assist in resolving payment processing issues, monitor the group’s inbox for special handling instructions and early release requests, void payments and cancel invoices, and EFT requests, process returned payables checks, and provide cash planning information to Treasury daily. There will be some work on period-ending close functions, reconciliations, and support of other team members as required. The teammates who occupy this role will also be asked to work on special projects as required.
This is a hybrid role with 3 days in office currently and the potential of 4 days in office starting in 2025.
How you will impact WestRock:
Positively contribute to a fast paced, team-oriented environmentCritically assess and challenge process to enhance and evolve operating proceduresPrepare batch check runs, wire transfers, and ACH transactions to WestRock’s global customers and suppliers dailyPrint and assemble in-house checks requiring special handlingEnsure and confirm bank receipt of payment filesReview bank systems and resolve positive pay exception itemsProvide elite levels of customer service to ensure prompt and efficient resolution to internal and external inquiriesResearch and analyze aged items. Provide detailed disbursement information to Treasury for cash planning purposesTest system functionality as requiredReview and maintain standardized process documentation on an annual basis, creating new documentation as requiredProvide support for cash disbursements as requested by internal and external auditorsComplete period-end activities which includes reconciliations and escheatmentSupport other teams and team members as required
What you need to succeed:
Ability to maintain high levels of respect, and integrity, with a commitment to excellenceBachelor’s Degree preferred plus 2-3 years previous experience. (Associates Degree plus experience is acceptable)Basic understanding of accounting principles.Strong focus on customer service and interpersonal skillsAbility to respond appropriately to changing demands and processesSuperior Microsoft office skillsExperience with Accounting system software is a plus: JDE is preferredMaintain high productivity/activity level, complete and submit timely and accurate information independentlyExcellent written and verbal communication capabilitiesExcellent organizational and follow-up skills.
What we offer:
Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellenceComprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunitiesAn attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potentialBenefits package that include medical and dental plans, life insurance, dependent care, 401k savings plans and paid time offA career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work. Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.