Manager of Accounting

Georgia-Pacific LLC is seeking to hire a Manager of Accounting to join our Corporate Accounting team. This role creates value for the organization by providing accounting support and oversight of various accounting areas centralized in Corporate, technical accounting support, and general management of the external audit. We are seeking candidates with leadership skills and experience being a change agent who will thrive in our fast‑paced environment, with a focus on innovation and transformation. If you are a confident communicator and strong individual contributor who is eager to partner with the business segments and "own" various accounting processes - we want to hear from you! Our Team We are comprised of a diverse group of individuals that have an interest in accounting, reporting, analysis, business partnering, and lifelong learning. Each team member has a strong contribution and transformation mindset and is an adept communicator. In this role, you will report directly to the Senior Manager of Accounting , who will provide feedback and guidance on your career development journey. Location This is an on‑site role at our GP HQ in downtown Atlanta, GA. While GP offers some remote work flexibility, there is a need for hybrid/weekly in‑office presence for this role given the importance of fostering relationships and collaborating across several capabilities. We are seeking local applicants, or candidates that are relocating to the area. What You Will Do Own governance and application of Lease Accounting, Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO) Accounting, and Incentive Accounting policies across GP to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong controls, and appropriate documentation Be a preferred partner for answering ad hoc technical accounting questions and assisting with practical application of such topics Manage company‑wide accounting policies, identify and close gaps, and collaborate with the businesses to ensure consistent application Assist with the month‑end close process for various Corporate Accounting areas, ensuring the accuracy of the general ledger through proper accounting treatment Oversee and manage the external audit by ensuring the auditors get the documentation they need to perform their procedures and prevent delays Work with our financial reporting team to compile annual financial statements in alignment with U.S. GAAP, applying meticulous attention to detail to ensure they are accurate, complete, and reviewed by GP and Koch leadership teams Prepare monthly/quarterly balance sheet account reconciliations, investigate differences, and determine resolution to resolve discrepancies in a timely manner Seek and share knowledge, identify opportunities for improvements, challenge the status quo, propose solutions Provide ad‑hoc information support to other departments (Real Estate, Treasury, Tax, Audit, Operations, Other Koch Companies, etc.), ensuring quality, clarity, and actionable insight Advance our Principle‑Based Management culture by applying and reinforcing the company’s Core Values and Principles Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Progressive experience (5–8 years) in accounting and/or finance roles demonstrating advanced knowledge of U.S. GAAP, the general ledger, integrated financial systems, and internal controls (including the ability to interpret policy and apply sound judgment) Experience learning new systems and improving processes; able to translate business needs into scalable process and control enhancements Application of technical accounting topics in a Corporate setting Strong collaboration, communication, and influencing skills with the ability to partner across accounting, corporate capabilities, and operations and to communicate complex topics clearly to varied audiences Process and Transformation focused: You are flexible and able to prioritize your work in a dynamic environment, embrace change, and improve processes Systems and Tools savvy: You have experience with Microsoft Office Suite or Office 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, SharePoint, Copilot) and a desire to learn multiple accounting systems and tools and AI‑enhanced processes What Will Put You Ahead Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or Business Public accounting experience Experience driving process improvement or transformation, especially with AI tools Proficiency with extract‑transform‑load (ETL) tools such as Alteryx to transform/automate processes Experience transacting and querying in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Infinium, and/or Infor), including partnering with financial systems teams on system/process changes Our Benefits 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. Specific eligibility criteria are set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia Pacific