Job Description
Data Governance Sr. Analyst
Description:
**Position Title:**
**_GFIM Data Governance Sr. Analyst_**
**Pay Rate** :
**_$86,000-$110,000 per year_**
_Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range._
**Location:**
International Paper
6400 Poplar Ave.
Memphis, TN 38197
**The Job You Will Perform:**
The Data Governance Sr. Analyst supports Global Finance Information Management (GFIM) by developing and maintaining governance processes for finance master data and standardized accounting practices. Responsibilities include data stewardship, cleansing, and process improvements to ensure accuracy and efficiency across SAP systems (ECC, BW, BPC). This role focuses on maintaining integrity of master data and financial transactions within IP's core systems.
+ Provide strategic direction to manage finance data as a critical corporate resource
+ Develop policies that focus on best practices and provide the framework for decision-making when there are conflicting views among various business groups and supply chain functions
+ Assist with implementing GFIM's Data Management processes
+ Monitor / measure (KPIs) to ensure actual data quality, services, and processes meet objectives
+ Identify and implement data improvement initiatives
+ Active participation and/or point of contact in process integration, system upgrades, merger and acquisition activities, as well as ensuring proper treatment of disposals/liquidations
**The Skills You Will Bring:**
+ Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field
+ Minimum of 5 years of experience in a finance related position with exposure to data maintenance activities and business warehouse functionality
+ Foundational accounting knowledge
+ Ability to work in a team environment, including interaction with other members of Finance & IT teams.
+ Cost accounting and manufacturing background preferred.
+ Strong SAP functional skills, BW working knowledge
+ Knowledge of data management processes with an emphasis on data stewardship / governance for an Enterprise system is desirable
+ Must understand SAP data structures and use in business processes
+ Possess excellent teamwork skills
+ Possess excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
**The Benefits You Will Enjoy:**
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.
**The Impact You Will Make:**
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward for sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you will see why our team members say they are **Proud to be IP** .
**The Culture You Will Experience:**
International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring, and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged, and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
**The Company You Will Join:**
International Paper (NYSE: IP ) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com.
**_International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law._**
**_International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact_** **
[email protected]_** **_or (877) 973-3919._**
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Location:
MEMPHIS, TN, US, 38197
Category: Finance
Date: Dec 4, 2025
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