International Paper in North America

Finance

FORUM: Finance Development Program

Finance is a rich and rewarding field that offers a unique opportunity to participate in International Paper's global success. The Finance organization leverages its resources and operational capabilities to drive business results, optimize its performance on finance and accounting basics, manage risks and develop outstanding finance talent.

Our Finance FORUM development program, gives college graduates and early career professionals the opportunity to accelerate their understanding of finance, the company and the packaging and paper industry as a whole. Participants are given a mentor on day one to provide guidance and support throughout each step of the program.

To create a network among participants, all entry-level positions are located at IP's Global Headquarters in Memphis, TN.

International Paper fully commits to developing its greatest resource - its people - and FORUM is just one of the ways that International Paper accomplishes that goal.

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Training & Development

The FORUM program:

Targets both college recruits and newly hired employees with less than three years of professional experience
Focuses on leadership, development, service and fellowship
Enables you to gain exposure to various departments and businesses

Provides networking opportunities with peers and senior leaders
Supports your development, which prepares you to move into different financial areas or company functions as your career progresses

International Paper's Finance FORUM Program For Early Career Professionals

Career Paths

No two finance career paths are the same at International Paper. FORUM Graduate Career Maps are one way of showing the Infinite Possibilities your career can have. Entry-level finance opportunities may include:

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Finance FORUM

Analyst

Participates in general ledger, forecasting, budgeting, accounts payable, fixed assets, capital, payroll, reporting and monthly/quarterly/yearly closing, research and investigation, and regulatory compliance
Provides support of financial analysis including interpretation and application of professional standards, company policies and processes
Investigates, reviews and evaluates various financial transactions
Prepares journal vouchers and participates in month-end close
Handles customer service issues that require in-depth analysis and/or high degree of interpersonal and organizational sensitivity
Performs data entry and utilizes systems as a source of research analysis
Participates in periodic self-review audits of account reconciliations and journal vouchers
Assists and supports the businesses by providing routine and ad hoc analytical support as needed

Auditor

Responsible for conducting and documenting moderately complex audit projects
Assists with the testing of internal controls and drafts audit reports by identifying and gathering support for potential opportunities for internal control, and as appropriate, operational improvements. Prepares findings for applicable management.
Assists with education of management teams on company policies, procedures and internal control concepts
Maintains strong working relationships with customers and external auditors
Identifies profit improvement opportunities

Who We Recruit

We are looking for students completing a Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting, Economics, Finance, International Business or related field with:

3.0 or greater GPA
High proficiency in Microsoft^® Office products
Strong problem solving, analytical, communication & leadership skills
Ability to learn on the fly
Willingness to relocate
Desire to learn & grow

Keep up with us on campus
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Finance FORUM program for early career professionals at International Paper

Robert

"I have truly enjoyed getting to know my peers. FORUM gives us the opportunity to step out from behind the desk and engage in real ways. Social events, volunteering, lunch and learns - All of these activities have given us the chance to make real friendships and connections for life."

Financial Analyst, Converting Processes

Lindsey

"The FORUM mentoring program is an outlet for seeking guidance in my career development path, I am able to meet and network with numerous individuals within the Finance department and interact with upper management. I am thankful for this unique program because it has helped to guide and develop me as a new employee just starting my career."

: Financial Analyst, Staff Auditor

Michael

“I believe FORUM played a critical role in helping build strong friendships with my co-workers, and I’m very proud to say that every day I get to go to work with my friends. It makes my job fun and easy because I have so many people I can rely on to assist me with anything I need or expand my knowledge of the company.”

Global Financial Services, Converting Analyst: FORUM President 2017

How can we help you?

International Paper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

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International Paper participates in the E-Verify program.

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+1 800 207 4003

For job opening and applicant inquiries, please email na.recruiting@ipaper.com. Resumes should not be submitted to this email address. Click here to search and apply for positions in which you are qualified.

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