West Fraser is a leading diversified North American forest products company that is listed on the TSX. Recognized as one of Canada’s 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures and one of Canada’s 10 Best Companies to Work For, West Fraser is a growing company looking for talented people to be part of our team. We were recently named for the third time as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Employer for Recent Graduates for 2016. Our High Prairie lumber mill located in High Prairie, Alberta has an immediate opening for an exceptional:

DIVISIONAL CONTROLLER

As the senior financial resource on site, the successful applicant will work with the mill management group to operate and grow our successful lumber division.

Specifically, the role will be responsible for:

  • The preparation of timely and accurate full-cycle accounting for the division, including monthly journal entries, financial statement package, reconciliations and required reporting
  • Providing operational and financial support and analysis for the division’s management team and the corporate head office
  • Supervision of administrative office staff and coaching of operational personnel on financial matters relating to their area of responsibility
  • Coordination and preparation of annual business plan
  • Participation in the management team and providing value-added decision support

The ideal candidate will possess:

  • A professional accounting designation (CPA) or be enrolled in the final stages of completion
  • Well established organizational skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Detailed and proactive approach to work
  • A high level of motivation
  • A strong computer systems skill set
  • Forestry industry experience is preferred but not required

West Fraser believes strongly in promoting from within and we are looking for an individual who is interested in a full-time, long-term career. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company. We offer an excellent compensation package including a competitive salary, excellent benefits and an outstanding pension plan.

High Prairie is located in Central Alberta, and is a three hour drive from Edmonton. Our mill and forest operations form an integral part of the community, providing economic stability to employees and families that live in the High Prairie area.

If this position sounds like the career for you, apply today by submitting your resume and cover letter by Dec 9, 2016.

Apply here.

For more information on West Fraser and our current opportunities, visit our website at: www.westfraser.com/jobs.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.