Accounting Assistant; WFS

Overview

Georgia-Pacific LLC is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join our Wood & Fiber Accounting team in Dothan, AL. This individual will add value by being willing to work in different environments providing analytical support in accounting and customer service. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong internal financial control values, possess excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, have keen attention to detail, and show initiative.

Additionally, they should be an active learner, adaptable to change, a team player, and a highly motivated individual ready to thrive in a fast-paced setting.

Location: While GP offers some remote work flexibility, there is a need for multiple days/weekly in-office presence for this role given the importance of fostering relationships and collaborating. We are seeking local applicants a commutable distance from our office in Dothan, or candidates that are willing to relocate to the area.

The Team: The larger GP Finance & Accounting organization is made up of individuals that provide support to 125+ operating locations across the US, as well as at our corporate HQ in Atlanta, GA. We are a diverse group and have a passion for accounting excellence, customer service, business partnering, and lifelong learning.

The GP WFS team in Dothan is comprised of ~20 individuals (including 4 supervisors). Everyone is expected to be an owner and entrepreneur of the processes they support. The Accounting Assistant reports to a Senior Manager of Accounting. Our team members are a vital part of our business! We offer a competitive hourly rate and benefits.

• Provide clerical and analytical support in the areas of accounting and customer service
• Enter data in our settlement system
• Perform administrative functions as assigned
• Utilize critical thinking to make decisions based on previous similar scenarios
• Seek and share knowledge; identify opportunities for improvements, challenge the status quo, propose solutions and drive profitable application and long-term operational excellence
• Participate in safety, compliance, and internal control efforts
• Advance the Principle-Based Management (PBM) culture by applying and reinforcing the company s Values

• High School Diploma or GED
• Customer service experience supporting internal and external customers
• Can engage effectively with customers and internal stakeholders via telephone, email, chat, and video calls - you are comfortable being seen and heard
• Ability prioritize your work in a dynamic environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel (spreadsheet creation/editing, formula creation, etc.), Outlook (scheduling meeting invites & emailing), and Word (creating and modifying documents and tables)

• Associates degree or higher in Accounting, Finance or Business
• Accounts Payable / Invoice processing experience

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.

If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

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