Junior Accountant

Company Description

Who we are. At Mercer International Inc., our vision of transforming biomass into bioproducts for a more sustainable world is being realized every day. We are a diversified global producer of forest products, bioproducts, and green electricity with operations in Canada, Germany, Australia, and the United States. We have a consolidated annual production capacity of approximately 2.3 million tonnes of kraft pulp and 960 million board feet of softwood lumber.

What we believe. We believe that a culture of diversity and inclusion is critical in making the best decisions for our people and achieving sustainable business success. Together, we encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our employees. We strive to provide an inclusive culture by fostering an environment of mutual respect, fairness, and by providing opportunities to contribute and grow.

Position Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Jr. Accountant to join our Accounting & Finance team at Mercer Celgar. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting with financial records, analyzing financial information, and supporting various accounting and accounts payable functions within our organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial transactions and record-keeping.
• Manager and support the organization's accounts payable needs.
• Preparing month-end journal entries, accruals, general ledger reconciliations, and any other accounting related administration
• Support preparation of monthly financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls in a SOX compliant environment.
• Preparing and distributing scheduled and ad hoc financial reports.
• Prepare, analyse, and interpret financial information for Mill Management.
• Assist with the implementation and optimization of various accounting software.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree (B.Sc./B.A.) or Diploma (Dip.) in Commerce, Business Admin, Finance or similar 4 year post-secondary discipline is preferred.
• Working towards professional designation (CPA).
• 2-5 years of progressive experience in roles in an accounting department.
• Proficiency in a variety of office software applications including accounting software, MS Excel, Google Suite, SAP and other ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Experience in the manufacturing or forestry industry.
• Familiarity with international accounting standards.

Salary

• The salary for this position is $64,00 - $95,000. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits

• Pension and Benefits - We provide a competitive pension plan, with base contributions made by Mercer which can be supplemented with personal contributions matched by the company up to a certain %.
• Our group benefits package, which has no waiting period, includes extended health and dental benefits, and an on-site gym.

Application Process

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and how your experience aligns with the responsibilities of this role. Resumes and all supporting documents must be submitted no later than March 22, 2024, quoting Competition No. 2024-64.

Mercer Celgar is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

We thank all applicants for considering a career with us, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information, please visit our website: www.mercerint.com.

At Mercer, we are Sustainable. By Design.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $64,000.00-$95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-22