Western Forest Products Inc. Hiring for Production Analyst at Port McNeill, BC Full Time

What You’ll Do: The Production Analyst will provide accounting and finance support services for the Operation and will serve as an integral part of the accounting team providing accurate, concise, and effective financial processing and reporting. In addition, the role will be responsible for importing and processing daily scale records from scale locations in various formats all while coordinating with multiple business partners on a daily basis. This position is suited to a well-organized and detail oriented individual who possesses the ability to problem solve, multi-task and work well with minimal supervision to meet deadlines while under pressure.

Who You Are: Our ideal candidate has an undergrad degree in Business, Economics or a related field. Along with good working knowledge of MS Office applications and is detailed focused with strong organization and multitask skills. A professional accounting designation would be considered an asset, however not required.

Work Environment: This role will be performed in person at our Port McNeill Forest Operations Office.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Operations

Administer and process production for WFP and other wood flow scenarios as required

Perform daily scale audits, ensuring data integrity maintained throughout scale processing activities

Provide daily production reporting to the operation and maintain production tracking records

Administer contracts and contractor pay in the Log inventory management system

Responsible for operations month-end closing process including journal entries, statistical reporting, account reconciliations, and KPI tracking

Balance sheet and boom reconciliations

Coordinate and communicate with operational and finance personnel across the business related to log flow and distribution matrix changes

Prepare ad hoc reports for management as needed

Support the Division Controller with tracking performance of various projects

Assist the Finance Department and other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Undergraduate degree in Business, Economics and/or related area would be an asset

Professional accounting designation would be considered an asset, however not required

Skills, Knowledge and Required Competencies

Well-developed communication skills, both verbal and written

A good working knowledge of MS Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word);

Detail focused and strong ability to multi-task with strong organization skills;

Ability to work with tight deadlines and prioritize tasks;

Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization, including building relationships with customers and government agencies

Demonstrates knowledge of full cycle accounting; and

Experience in a financial and/or business services capacity

LIVE WORK PLAY

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YOUR CAREER

At Western Forest Products, we believe our most significant asset is our people. Investing in our people brings value and success to our business, ensuring a safe, engaged, productive and continuously improving workplace. We offer challenging opportunities working alongside the best in the industry to meet your career and professional development goals while providing competitive total rewards and recognition. From our timberlands to mills to our corporate and regional offices, we offer rewarding opportunities in every facet of our business.

WESTERN OVERVIEW

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that manufactures high-quality wood products and sustainably manages forests. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of B.C. and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering. Our large investment in manufacturing and progressive approach to safe and sustainable forestry practices ensures the health and prosperity of our business, forests and communities for generations to come.