Financial Analyst, Ontario Woodlands

Domtar Financial Analyst, Ontario Woodlands

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, we deliver high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

We have a workforce of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We pride ourselves on competitive compensation, a supportive environment, rewarding career paths, and plentiful learning and growth opportunities.

The location in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, is seeking a Financial Analyst, Ontario Woodlands (full‑time permanent). This position reports to the Ontario Woodlands Controller and is directly responsible for providing financial analysis for the Senior Management group regarding wood & operational costs with a specific emphasis on variance analysis, month‑end accruals, month‑end and corporate reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and ad‑hoc analysis.

What you gain by working with us

• Competitive salary and annual bonus incentive plan
• At least three weeks of vacation and three floating holidays; pro‑rated to the start date & depending on experience
• Full range of group insurance from the first day of work
• Telemedicine services
• Defined‑contribution pension plan with generous employer participation from the first day of work
• Employee and family assistance program
• Education assistance program
• Health club reimbursement program
• Work Travel Assistance Program
• Referral bonuses
• Relocation assistance to the community of Thunder Bay
• A workplace based on respect, diversity, and inclusion

Your responsibilities

• Inputting and extracting required information from available business systems and sharing appropriate cost with key personnel.
• Preparing accounting entries, reconciliations, corporate schedules and presentations on a monthly basis.
• Participation in the annual budget/forecast process, business plans (as required), monthly forecasts, providing guidance and assistance to departments, preparation and analysis of working papers and schedules.
• Ensuring accuracy and integrity of accounting records.
• Participation in the preparation of special assignments and analysis as initiated by the Wood Products Accounting Manager, Ontario Sawmills General Manager, and other Operating Managers.
• Support and ensure adherence to corporate and local policies and procedures.
• Preparing various government reports.
• The salary range for this position is CAD $74,000 to $92,000 per year . Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Ideal profile

• Bachelor of Commerce Degree Majoring in Accounting or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of work experience within an industrialized manufacturing setting.
• CPA (or prior CA, CMA or CGA) accounting designation would be preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required with strategic thinking; including an ability to work collaboratively within a fast‑paced and structured environment.
• Demonstrated ability to balance priorities that meet short and long‑term objectives; uses organized and efficient work methods.
• Proficient analytical skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Strong background in MS Office, advanced Excel skills, PowerPoint, and SAP would be an asset.
• Keen desire to be a part of a dedicated, hardworking team.

Your team

• Reporting to the Ontario Woodlands Controller, you will be part of a results‑oriented team whose members are encouraged to exceed expectations.

Reason for posting: Replacement position.

Only selected candidates will be contacted. Hiring for this position is ongoing and will be filled as required.

Application

To be considered for this position, please apply today! In order to be eligible, you must be legally entitled to work in Canada for our company.

Our Ontario Woodlands Finance team is located at 2001 Neebing Avenue, Thunder Bay, ON . For more information about the region, visit

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Domtar is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Division to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

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