Corporate Reporting Analyst

Who We Are:
Canfor - a leading integrated forest products company and one of the world’s largest producers of sustainable lumber, pulp and paper - is a recognized employer of choice and an exciting place to grow your career.

We have an established presence in the southern US and in Western Canada, as well as sales offices around the world, and are proud of our committed team of over 6,500 employees.
 

You're a meticulous planner, skilled at dissecting complex issues with precision through analytical problem-solving. Your attention to detail guarantees thorough examination, coupled with an unwavering commitment to tasks. Organized and perceptive, you navigate through challenges effortlessly, foreseeing obstacles and orchestrating solutions seamlessly. With an entrepreneurial spirit driving you forward, you effortlessly turn obstacles into opportunities. As Canfor’s Corporate Reporting Analyst, you're the one who always uncovers the compelling story behind the numbers!

As the Corporate Reporting Analyst, you will collaborate closely with the business and finance teams, leveraging data-driven insights to produce a variety of reports, including ad-hoc, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual analyses. These reports are instrumental in managing business operations and fostering value creation. This position directly reports to the Accounting Manager of Shared Services and can be located in either Mobile, Alabama, or Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

The life of the Financial Reporting Analyst includes:

• Collaborating with the business to identify, solve, measure, and improve on key metrics that will enhance overall profitability
• Identifying trends and opportunities, and taking a role in cross-functional teams established to enhance business metrics
• Quarterly forecasting for corporate and US operation rollup including the forecasting schedule, corporate division detailed forecasting, company forecast roll-up, and forecast ledger upload
• Journal entries and account reconciliation for corporate, head office, and shared service divisions
• Providing corporate reporting support to management, finance, and operations:
  • Ad-hoc analysis and reporting
  • Weekly KPI reporting and cost-tracking
  • Monthly operations stat reporting, consolidating reporting and commentary, corporate/head office reporting, mill results reporting, ROAM/ROIC Reporting, Incentive Calculations and Reporting, Variance Reporting, Mill Cost Comparison Reporting, Working Capital Reporting, Other Operations Reporting,
  • Quarterly board reporting charts, G&A Variance Reporting, Compliance reporting for operating companies,
  • Various Annual reporting

For this role, come equipped with:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Clear aptitude in financial accounting, data mining, and using computer-related systems
• Ability to collaborate, facilitate, and be a part of cross-functional teams

In an ideal scenario, you would also possess proficiency in Power BI and JD Edwards.

If you are highly detailed and organized with a demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team environment, click that “apply” button today!

Don’t check off every single bullet point? Studies show that people are reluctant to apply for positions they aren’t 100% qualified for. At Canfor, our focus is finding the right fit for our organization, not a criteria checklist. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align. 

At Canfor, diversity means understanding, recognizing, and valuing the differences that make each person unique. We see inclusion and diversity as essential to our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive advantage. Therefore, we strive for a fair and equitable recruitment process where hiring decisions are based on each applicant's qualifications and experience.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Hiring for this position is ongoing and will be filled as required. The specific type of employment screening conducted varies depending on the role and location. These screenings may involve behavioral assessments, references, criminal record checks and drug testing.

Why Canfor?
Canfor is a global leader in the manufacturing of low-carbon forest products, including lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets and green energy. We embrace innovation in our industry and provide high-quality products to global markets. With our dedicated employees, we demonstrate leading environmental practices and are committed to the communities that host our operations.  

In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine with over 15 manufacturing facilities and two corporate offices. We are a leading supplier of high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine. As we continue to grow and diversify our business, we have exciting work and development opportunities to help you build a rewarding career that lasts.  

Our people-focused approach prioritizes our employees’ safety, well-being and growth because they are critical to the success of our company. We provide learning opportunities that support you in developing skills and competencies at each stage of your career at Canfor. We offer competitive compensation and industry-leading benefits to best support our employees and their families. 

Join us today and together, we can build a sustainable future.  

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