Divisional Controller Grande Prairie

Job summary

The Controller is responsible for managing monthly and quarterly financial closes, forecasts, and cost reporting to support mill operations. They also oversee inventory control, internal audit compliance, and provide ad-hoc financial analysis for management.

Job details

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Our Grande Prairie Division is currently recruiting for a Controller. Reporting to the General Manager, the Controller is a critical part of the Mill Management Team. You'll Do: * Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of monthly and quarterly financial close & analysis for both financial and non-financial metrics including monthly & quarterly reconciliations. * Responsible for the completion of mill financial forecasts (monthly, quarterly reforecasts and annual plans) * Provide weekly cost reporting to support Mill Margin Improvement Initiatives * Support Capital Projects through cost tracking and analysis vs budget * Oversee inventory control and analysis * Ad hoc analysis as requested by Mill Management and Corporate Finance * Working with the Mill GM to ensure compliance with current internal controls * Support SOX & internal control testing as required * Support the site procurement through purchase order effectiveness to meet spend forecasting & control, vendor queries and issue resolution You have: * Ideal candidate will have 4-year degree in Business, Accounting or Finance * CPA designation or working towards one is preferred * 3+ years of related work experience is required, preferably in a manufacturing environment * Detail oriented with unrelenting accuracy and ability to prioritize critical tasks to meet various deadlines * A ‘self-starter’ driven for results, possessing ability to work independently and forge relationships at all levels in the organization * Experience with Oracle & JD Edwards financial systems is preferred, but must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite * Sarbanes Oxley controls experience is considered a key asset Compensation Package: * Competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity * Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, pension, life insurance, disability & accident insurance, EFAP, paid vacation and holidays Your Workplace Location: West Fraser Grande Prairie Division is located about 10 minutes south of the city. Although our facility operates 24 / 7 / 365, this position has a schedule that is primarily Monday to Friday, 40 hours weekly working in an office environment. Grande Prairie, Alberta has a growing population of over 70 000 and is less than 5 hours northwest of Edmonton in the “Peace Country Region”. Grande Prairie is the ‘hub’ for northern Alberta, northern BC and the NWT; with infrastructure to support an additional 300 000 visitors. For more information visit Welcome to Grande Prairie [https://cityofgp.com/] About Us: West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe. From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally-recognized forest certifications. Diversity: At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community. Sustainability: West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability. Sustainability Report | West Fraser [https://www.westfraser.com/sustainability/sustainability-report] Learn more about us! We are West Fraser [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBdO0aJhg4M] We appreciate all candidates, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Controller is responsible for managing monthly and quarterly financial closes, forecasts, and cost reporting to support mill operations. They also oversee inventory control, internal audit compliance, and provide ad-hoc financial analysis for management.

Requirements

Candidates must have a 4-year degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance and at least 3 years of related experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting. A CPA designation or progress toward one is preferred, along with proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Pension • Life insurance • Disability insurance • Accident insurance • EFAP • Paid vacation • Paid holidays • Annual bonus

Listed skills

• Inventory Control · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Oracle · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Financial analysis
• Financial forecasting
• Cost reporting
• Inventory control
• Internal controls
• SOX compliance
• Procurement support
• Budgeting
• Accounting
• Oracle
• JD Edwards
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Reconciliation
• Data analysis
• Ad Hoc Analysis
• Sustainability Initiatives
• Internal Controls Testing And Monitoring
• Financial Close
• Internal Controls
• Corporate Finance
• Management
• Procurement
• Environmental Policy
• Finance
• Financial Systems
• Forecasting
• Forestry
• Inventory Control
• Microsoft Office
• Operations
• Purchasing
• Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) Compliance
• Prioritization
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Divisional Controller
• Controller (General)
• Accountants
• Treasurers and Controllers
• Financial Managers