Posted 2 days ago
Assistant Controller
@ West Fraser
Quesnel, British Columbia
Overview
Cariboo Pulp Ltd, part of West Fraser, is hiring an Assistant Controller in Quesnel, BC, reporting to the Divisional Controller. The role covers month-end close, the annual business plan, mill cost control and capital project tracking. The posting states a yearly salary of $95,000-$120,000 and an annual bonus opportunity.
Pay:
$95,000–$120,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Month-end journal entries, financial statements and reconciliations
- Coordination and compilation of the annual business plan
- Department cost control and cost/benefit analysis for mill management
- Gathering information to support actual results and forecasts
- Tracking and reporting of capital and major maintenance projects
Requirements summary:
- CPA designation or enrolment in a designated accounting program
- Robust computer systems skills
- Organizational and multitasking skills
- Good verbal and written communication
- Detailed and proactive approach
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · ultipro
- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CPA |
| Fields of study | Accounting |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus |
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West Fraser
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We are a diversified wood products company with more than 50 facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Europe.
Full company description
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe, manufacturing, marketing, selling and distributing lumber, engineered wood products (OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, particleboard), Northern bleached softwood kraft pulp, paper, wood chips and other residuals.
- LinkedIn followers
- 55,708
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,494
- Reported office locations
- 1250 Brownmiller Road, Quesnel, BC V2J 6P5, CA
- 57 Germantown Ct., Suite 300, 300, Germantown, TN 38138, US
- 885 W Georgia St, Suite 1500, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 3E8, CA
- Business categories
- Renewable Energy
- Paper Manufacturing
- Wholesale
- Wood Processing
- Forestry
- Product Design
- Furniture
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- West Fraser
- Specialties
- Lumber
- Plywood
- LVL
- MDF
- OSB
- and particleboard
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 4,768,758
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe, manufacturing, marketing, selling and distributing lumber, engineered wood products (OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, particleboard), Northern bleached softwood kraft pulp, paper, wood chips and other residuals.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Quesnel, BC |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1955 |
| Specialties | LumberPlywoodLVLMDFOSBand particleboard |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 78 |
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West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. Cariboo Pulp Ltd in Quesnel is currently recruiting for an Assistant Controller.
This role reports to the Divisional Controller and will gain exposure to the full cycle of accounting and all matters impacting the financial team on site.
You'll Do:
- Preparation and processing of various month-end duties, including journal entries, financial statement package, related mandatory reporting and general ledger reconciliations
- Coordination and compilation of the annual business plan
- Assisting mill management in department cost control, cost/benefit analysis and providing financial information and recommendations
- Collaborate with operational and technical teams to collect information supporting actual financial results and forecasting future results
- Tracking and reporting of Capital Projects and Major Maintenance Projects
You have:
- A professional accounting designation (CPA) or be enrolled in a designated accounting program
- A robust computer systems skill set
- Well-established organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Good verbal and written communication abilities
- A detailed and proactive approach to work
- A high level of motivation
Compensation Package:
- The salary range for this position may vary depending on experience, education, and location. The yearly salary range is between $95,000-$120,000.
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, pension and savings plans, life insurance, disability, accident insurance, vacation, and holidays
Your Workplace Location:
Quesnel is a family-friendly community of 25,000 in central British Columbia. It offers affordable housing, modern recreational and educational facilities, regular community events, and unlimited recreational activities for outdoor enthusiasts. It doesn’t take long to feel part of Quesnel’s welcoming community.
About Us:
West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe.
From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally-recognized forest certifications.
Diversity:
At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.
Sustainability:
West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.
Sustainability Report | West Fraser
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