Accounting SpecialistTwin Rivers Paper Company, headquartered in Madawaska, Maine, is an integrated specialty paper manufacturer producing 400,000 tons of paper per year for the packaging, publishing, label, and technical sectors. With 100 years of papermaking history, the company operates a pulp mill in New Brunswick, and diverse paper assets in northern Maine and upstate New York that produce uncoated and coated white papers in a broad range of basis weights and finishes.Customized product development and dedicated technical services support are company hallmarks. With a sound financial structure and a strong balance sheet that fuels continuous investments in its assets, Twin Rivers Paper offers its customers the security of local product availability through a strong, domestically owned manufacturer and the assurance of long-term viability.Reporting to the VP of Finance, the Accounting Specialist is responsible for the fiduciary responsibilities of finance, monthly closing and reporting for the Company.Responsibilities:Ensuring accounting requirements are completely accurate and on timeDocuments and substantiate financial transactions by entering account informationAnalyzing operational and financial data, investigating variances, identifying business drivers, and evaluating their impact on planned objectivesPreparing meaningful variance analysis commentary for managementConsolidating cost reduction and other continuous improvement activitiesProviding assistance in reporting against performance targets in incentive programsAssisting with the recommendation, development, and implementation of process improvements in support of the operating agendaRequirements:BA in Accounting or FinanceStrong skill in the areas of analysis, problem-solving, organization, multi-tasking, prioritization, communication, and relationship buildingAbility to think strategically in a constantly changing business environment and marketAbility to operate with high regard to integrity, trust, and confidentialityMicrosoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook.Working Conditions:The Accounting Specialist spends 100% of the time in an office environment entering and analyzing data, preparing and reviewing reports, working with internal departments and external systems support, and attending meetings.