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Junior Plant Accountant

Amcor Rigid Packaging
life insurance, flexible benefit account, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, flex time
United States, Pennsylvania, Allentown
6974 Schantz Rd (Show on map)
Mar 17, 2026
Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that's transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world. At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It's our core value and integral to how we do business. Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win - adapting quickly in an everchanging world - and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business. To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visitwww.amcor.comILinkedInIGlassdoorIFacebook IYouTube Job Description POSITION LOCATED IN THE LEHIGH VALLEY, PA USA THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties, responsibilities, skills and/or abilities. Position Overview : Junior Accountant: Responsible for working on accounting, financial planning and analysis functions in support of the flagship plant, Allentown; key member of the Plant Accounting Team working in all areas of plant accounting as directed; interacts with plant and corporate personnel as required. Essential Responsibilities and Duties: Coordinating day to day accounts payable issues with plant, Shared Services and 3rd party vendors & customers, specifically (but not limited to) clearing of accounts payable issues, such as goods receipt/not invoiced, sales tax discrepancies, understanding pricing discrepancies, etc. Owning data entry process of sustainability reporting in system of record Owning analysis and reconciling of plant freight issues in system of record Managing standardized spend tracking from invoice procurement to posting on P&L Owning new vendor/customer setup in system of record Preparing monthly sales/use tax filings Preparing check requests as required Preparing manual journal entries as required and at direction of Controller Performing P&L analyses in system of record as required Assisting with preparation of monthly spend tracking and interfacing with plant personnel and vendors to adjust for overruns Coordinating preparation of monthly compliance tasks for review by Controller and department peers Performing balance sheet reconciliations in system of record Assisting with data gathering/preparation for internal/external audits as required Assisting with budgeting/forecasting as required Other tasks as assigned by Controller Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and work under pressure Demonstrate sound problem solving/analytical skills Proficiency in Excel as financial analysis tool, Power BI a plus Effective team player; strong interpersonal and communication skills Demonstrates strength in attention to detail and values data integrity Amcor Leadership Framework Competencies Core Competencies: Customer focus Adaptability and managing multiple priorities Interpersonal savvy Drive for results, both timely and accurately Relationships: Reports directly to the Multi Site Plant Controller and engages with department peers Supports all departments of the plant Will coordinate with outside plant personnel, 3rd party vendors & customers and eventually senior leadership Physical Requirements Normal Vision Distant Vision Near Vision Hearing/ Listening Sitting Talking/Speaking Hand/Finger Dexterity Walking Standing Stooping Pushing/Pulling Bending Kneeling Climbing Lifting (amount 50+ pounds) Carrying (amount 50+ pounds) Driving- Forklift Lifting (amount < 50 pounds) Carrying (amount < 50 pounds) Driving - Automobile/truck/van Work Environment: Office Environment The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties, responsibilities, skills and/or abilities OurExpectations We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when: Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovation Our investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returns The environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and products Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. E-Verify We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States. Benefits When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes: Medical, dental and vision plans Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits Paid Parental Leave Retirement Savings Plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval) Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)