Shared Services Accountant

From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive.

Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people. 

While reporting to the Shared Services Team Lead, you will be responsible for the monthly review and analysis of assigned plants within Sonoco. This includes the review of operating statements, as well as working closely with our offshore team to ensure the accuracy and completeness of general ledger data. In addition, you will need an understanding of GAAP principles and their application within the Sonoco environment. 

• →Review monthly operating statements and balance sheets for reasonableness, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• →Analyze financial results and identify variances, trends, and potential issues.
• →Promote strong internal controls and monitor effectiveness.
• →Work as a liaison between the onshore and offshore shared services general ledger teams and the divisions.
• →Work to standardize processes and procedures. Stay current on accounting and system updates.
• →Provide assistance, training and guidance to offshore team as needed.
• →Reconcile certain general ledger accounts. Prepare and enter journals for operating expenses, statistical data and accruals as needed.
• →Provide world-class service to internal and external customers while maintaining effective communication and promoting process improvements.
• →Utilize financial systems and maintain technical skills. (Ex. Microsoft Office, Oracle EBS & ERP, OneStream, etc.)
• →Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual closing tasks as assigned.
• →Assist Corporate Departments and/or Divisions as needed with activities such as internal audits, governmental reporting, and intercompany invoicing.
• →Prepare bank reconciliations as assigned.
• →Prepare corporate department and/or plant fixed cost budgets as assigned.
• →Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.
• → Assist with resolving open items on various reconciliations

This position is in a perfect location at our corporate headquarters in Hartsville, SC and close to exciting destinations (Myrtle Beach, SC; Charleston, SC; Columbia, SC and Charlotte, NC).

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (strongly preferred), Finance or Business Administration – MBA/MAcc preferred
• CPA or CMA a plus
• Previous work experience in accounting (professional or internship) required