Controller

West Fraser Timber Co Ltd

  • lanett, AL
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Responsible for timely and accurate completion of monthly and quarterly financial close and analysis for both financial and non-financial metrics including monthly & quarterly reconciliations. What you will need: To be effective in this role, the candidate will possess the following experiences and competencies: 4-year degree, in Business, Accounting or Finance.

    Numbers & Facts

    Locationlanett, AL

    Description

    This position will report directly to the General Manager and will be part of the Mill Management Team.

    What you will do

    Financial Reporting

    • Responsible for timely and accurate completion of monthly and quarterly financial close and 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)
    • Responsible for weekly cost reporting to support mill Margin Improvement Initiatives.
    • Experience with Capital Project cost tracking and analysis vs budget.
    • Knowledge of Inventory control and analysis.
    • Ad hoc analysis as requested by Mill Management or Corporate.

    Internal Controls

    • Along with the General Manager, responsible for ensuring compliance with current internal controls at the mill.
    • Support SOX & internal control testing as assigned.

    Accounts Payable/Procurement Support

    • Support Memphis Shared Services and site procurement with vendor queries and issue resolution
    • Support site procurement on purchase order effectiveness to support spend forecasting and control.

    Systems Implementation/Process Improvement

    • Participate in design/training workshops. Complete user testing/validation

    What you will need:

    To be effective in this role, the candidate will possess the following experiences and competencies:

    • 4-year degree, in Business, Accounting or Finance. CPA designation or working towards one preferred.
    • Related work experience of 3-5 years is required, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
    • Forecasting and cost accounting experience
    • Capital Project Cost tracking and Analysis
    • Flexible, detail-oriented, accurate and able to prioritize to meet deadlines.
    • Results orientated.
    • A self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Ability to forge working relationships at all levels in the organization.
    • Experience with Sarbanes Oxley controls preferred.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    • Experience with Oracle financial systems preferred and must be proficient in MS Office

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