Woodlands Finance and Accounting Analyst

Woodlands Finance and Accounting Analyst

Job Category: Accounting & Finance

Requisition Number: WOODL014999

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• Posted: April 21, 2025
• Full-Time

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Quesnel CRP
Canadian Operations Office
1250 Brownmiller Rd.
Quesnel, BC V2J6P5, CAN

West Fraser offers exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. The Quesnel office is currently recruiting for a Woodlands Finance and Accounting Analyst.

The Canadian Woodlands team manages sourcing, access, harvesting, and transportation of timber for West Fraser’s Canadian operations, as well as reforestation of tenures. Reporting to the Canadian Woodlands Controller, you will provide financial and analytical support for all issues affecting Canadian woodlands operations, including the softwood lumber dispute with the U.S.

Your role will include becoming a subject matter expert in woodlands finance and accounting, leveraging technology to improve efficiencies, and occasionally traveling to operations to deepen your knowledge and support divisional activities. You will play a key role in the ongoing softwood lumber dispute concerning duties and stumpage.

Responsibilities include:

1. Being a subject matter expert on woodlands accounting policies and procedures.
2. Collaborating with divisional controllers to ensure policy consistency.
3. Refining and maintaining financial reporting for Canadian Woodlands operations.
4. Preparing detailed financial analyses of key metrics.
5. Contributing to the softwood lumber trade file, including compiling log cost data for the US Department of Commerce.
6. Partnering with IT for software use and upgrades.
7. Supporting month-end close processes, including reviewing divisional entries and log cost analyses.
8. Understanding business transactions and cycles, including logging contractor payments, while staying current on forestry legislation.

You have:

• A professional accounting designation or equivalent experience (e.g., CFA).
• At least three years of business experience.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach and problem-solving mindset.
• Proficiency with computer systems; experience with Trimble LIMS and Oracle EBS is an asset.

Why Choose West Fraser?

• Competitive salary ($90,000-$118,000) with annual bonus potential.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, pension, life and disability insurance, paid holidays, and wellness programs.
• Relocation assistance may be available.

Life in Quesnel: A vibrant community of ~25,000 residents offering affordable housing, modern facilities, outdoor activities, and community events. An ideal place to live, work, and enjoy British Columbia.

About Us: West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with over 50 facilities across Canada, the US, UK, and Europe, emphasizing sustainable forest practices. Our products include lumber, engineered wood, pulp, newsprint, and residuals, used in various industries.

Our people-first culture values growth and continuous learning, offering competitive pay, benefits, and a supportive environment.

Diversity: We promote diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture that respects individual backgrounds and perspectives. Join us to help build a more inclusive community.

Sustainability: Committed to sustainable forest management, adopting innovative technologies to produce environmentally friendly building materials. Wood products are renewable, recyclable, and sustainable choices.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.