Controller

We seek a highly motivated, experienced Controller to be based at our Opelika, AL sawmill. The Controller, reporting to the Mill Manager, is a key part of plant management providing analytical support for all financial decisions.

The Controller is responsible for supervising and developing office staff, all financial reporting, monthly closing, budget preparation, forecasting, inventory analysis, daily problem solving, and other items as assigned.

What you will do:

• Learn and develop a strong understanding of the various aspects of the mill to provide insight into areas of improvement and accounting processes.
• Support the timely and accurate reporting of financial, operational, and statistical data.
• Develop and maintain reporting of financial and non-financial key performance indicators.
• Support West Fraser accounting activities including accounts payable, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Manage month-end close process and reporting, general ledger reconciliations, account analyses, etc.
• Maintain adequate internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and SOX.
• Weekly cost reporting and forecasting
• Inventory control and analysis.
• Ad-hoc assignments from mill management or other projects as assigned.
• Plan, organize, coordinate, and control main office.

The successful candidate will have:

• A 4-year degree in business, accounting, or finance
• Related work experience of 3 to 5 years (depending on the type); preferable in manufacturing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint is essential
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment background and drug screen
• Experience with SOX
• Supervisory experience
• Oracle financial system experience
• Innate sense of integrity and ethics
• Must be highly motivated and a self-starter with the initiative to learn and grow
• Handle pressure well
• Flexible and able to adjust to changing workloads and tasks

Outstanding benefits package including:

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays

Apply:

If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: https://www.westfraser.com/careers/current-opportunities

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).

We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace

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