Mercer Peace River Pulp Ltd. is an integral part of the Canadian forest products industry, providing the North-West, Alberta region with approximately 300 jobs while sustainably managing the forests. A career at Mercer Peace River offers an opportunity for growth, meaningful work and a collaborative learning environment. Throughout your career you will be supported by a team of highly skilled professionals and provided the self-motivating environment needed to make your goals achievable.

We are seeking a full-time, temporary Financial Analyst to join our Business Services Department. The Financial Analyst is responsible for providing proactive financial and operational analyses for Mercer Peace River’s manufacturing and woodlands divisions to support effective business decisions optimizing investment returns. The term of this position will extend until December 31, 2024, with the possibility of extension.

Role and Responsibilities

• Prepare financial information for management decision making while adhering to Mercer Peace River’s policies & practices
• Provide variance analyses for monthly results (eg. compared to monthly prior year actuals, forecasts and budgets)
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for month-end, monthly forecasts, and annual budgets
• Provide analytical support to identify cost saving opportunities, strategic plans and capital project justifications
• Develop financial models to support decision making process
• Provide financial trending, comparative analysis and presentations as required
• Provide proactive solutions to management by analyzing and interpreting financial information
• Work with all levels of the organization to answer financial inquiries
• Assist with the internal and external audits
• Prepare various journal entries for both day-to-day and month-end transactions
• Assist with month end accounting close and reporting requirements
• Maintain and reconcile various general ledger accounts as appropriate
• Assist Corporate Accounting as required to resolve accounting issues
• Additional duties, as required

Qualifications

Candidates must have a completed post secondary education in a related field. Previous accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing industry would be considered an asset. Will consider new graduates interested in a fast paced, challenging work environment who are working towards or willing to pursue their professional designation. CPA designation or close to completion is desired.

Candidates should also have:

• Proficient in MS Office 365; specifically MS Excel (experience using Pivot Tables), PowerPoint and demonstrated use and understanding of ERP systems
• Proficient with Google Suite of Applications
• Experience with software such as Avantis and SAP would be an asset
• Strong leadership abilities, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter, proactive, and passionate team player
• Strong attention to detail with problem solving and analytical abilities
• Excellent presentation skills to convey analytical findings that lead to recommendations to management
• Working knowledge of the manufacturing and woodlands’ cost structure and processes would be considered an asset

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 24 months

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Peace River, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Application deadline: 2022-10-31

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