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Position Title: 

Payroll Specialist

 

Pay Rate:

$47,300 – 63,000

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills, and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s short–term incentive plan.

 

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

 

Physical Location:

801 42nd ST

Springfield, OR 97478

 

 

The Job You Will Perform:

 

The Springfield Oregon paper mill has an opening for Payroll Specialist.  This position is one of a four-member team, working closely with the Mill Controller and Accounting Specialist, to process weekly payroll for our hourly team members, ensuring compliance with our labor contract while maintaining accurate accounting records.  Additional duties will include other finance related activities in support of team members in a collaborative flow to work environment.  Position reports directly to Mill Controller, but also works closely with HR Manager.     

 

This position is responsible for:

Process weekly payroll for hourly employees  Ensure all pay rules and contractual pay provisions are followed Assist supervisors and employees with payroll issues Maintain proper records on all payroll transactions Balance payroll registers Process and manage safety boot reimbursement requests for all employees  Consult with HR Manager on contract interpretation for pay rules Participate in accounting/payroll audits Process quarterly incentive compensation Complete payroll research, reporting and ad-hoc requests for mill management  Serve as primary point of contact for corporate HR, payroll and IT resources Identify payroll related improvement opportunities and work with Controller to implement Maintain inbound check log and office supply inventory Assist other Finance team members with their work as time permits Other duties as assigned

The Skills You Will Bring:

 

Key Competencies Include:

 

Detail Oriented Organizing Integrity & Trust Problem Solving Time Management

 

Qualifications include:

 

High School Diploma or GED Minimum of two years’ experience in timekeeping roles using an automated timekeeping system Experience with SAP accounting system and Workbrain or Workforce timekeeping systems preferred Willingness to work holiday Mondays based on corporate payroll calendar Good written and verbal communications skills Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)

 

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays Retirement, and 401k Matching Program Medical & Dental Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement) Life & Disability Insurance

 

The Career You Will Build:

Leadership training Promotional opportunities

 

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

 

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

 

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

 

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.
Springfield  OR  97478