Posted 2 months ago
Divisional Controller Grande Prairie
@ West Fraser
Grande Prairie, Alberta
Overview
West Fraser is hiring a Divisional Controller for its Grande Prairie Division, reporting to the General Manager as part of the Mill Management Team. The role covers monthly and quarterly financial close, mill forecasting, cost reporting, inventory control, internal controls and SOX testing, in a weekday office schedule of 40 hours.
Responsibilities:
- Monthly and quarterly financial close and analysis
- Mill financial forecasts and reforecasts
- Weekly cost reporting for margin improvement
- Capital project cost tracking vs budget
- Inventory control and analysis
Requirements summary:
- Four-year degree in Business, Accounting or Finance
- 3+ years related experience, preferably in manufacturing
- CPA designation or working towards one preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Oracle and JD Edwards experience preferred
- Sarbanes-Oxley controls experience a key asset
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-11
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CPA |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Business, Accounting, Finance |
| 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. Our Grande Prairie Division is currently recruiting for a Controller.
Reporting to the General Manager, the Controller is a critical part of the Mill Management Team.
You'll Do:
- Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of monthly and quarterly financial close & analysis for both financial and non-financial metrics including monthly & quarterly reconciliations.
- Responsible for the completion of mill financial forecasts (monthly, quarterly reforecasts and annual plans)
- Provide weekly cost reporting to support Mill Margin Improvement Initiatives
- Support Capital Projects through cost tracking and analysis vs budget
- Oversee inventory control and analysis
- Ad hoc analysis as requested by Mill Management and Corporate Finance
- Working with the Mill GM to ensure compliance with current internal controls
- Support SOX & internal control testing as required
- Support the site procurement through purchase order effectiveness to meet spend forecasting & control, vendor queries and issue resolution
You have:
- Ideal candidate will have 4-year degree in Business, Accounting or Finance
- CPA designation or working towards one is preferred
- 3+ years of related work experience is required, preferably in a manufacturing environment
- Detail oriented with unrelenting accuracy and ability to prioritize critical tasks to meet various deadlines
- A ‘self-starter’ driven for results, possessing ability to work independently and forge relationships at all levels in the organization
- Experience with Oracle & JD Edwards financial systems is preferred, but must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
- Sarbanes Oxley controls experience is considered a key asset
Compensation Package:
- Competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity
- Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, pension, life insurance, disability & accident insurance, EFAP, paid vacation and holidays
Your Workplace Location:
West Fraser Grande Prairie Division is located about 10 minutes south of the city.
Although our facility operates 24 / 7 / 365, this position has a schedule that is primarily Monday to Friday, 40 hours weekly working in an office environment.
Grande Prairie, Alberta has a growing population of over 70 000 and is less than 5 hours northwest of Edmonton in the “Peace Country Region”. Grande Prairie is the ‘hub’ for northern Alberta, northern BC and the NWT; with infrastructure to support an additional 300 000 visitors. For more information visit Welcome to Grande Prairie
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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