Cost Accountant

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, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Calhoun, TN, is seeking talent to fill the position of Cost Accountant. 

Requirements

You will assume the following responsibilities:

• Perform financial reporting processes, which includes monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement close procedures, account reconciliations, & variance analysis.
• Prepare annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Perform costing analysis and provide guidance to Mill Management.
• Prepare grade cost analysis and margin reports for Mill Management.
• Assist with any other special projects or assignments.
• Understand journal entries, accounting flows, and operational back-office processes.
• Identify and communicate potential risk in accounts and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Produce detailed documentation of accounting processes and associated accounting flows.
• Identify opportunities for process and internal controls enhancements.
• Provide additional ad hoc analysis, as needed.
• Support procurement operations for the Calhoun facility.

The Ideal Profile

• Undergraduate degree in Finance/Accounting or related field
• Minimum of 2 – 3 years of Cost Accounting experience.
• Experience in conducting audits and financial analysis required.
• Manufacturing facility experience strongly preferred.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Position requires strong analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities.
• Knowledge and experience with the full Microsoft Suite required.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• A high level of ethical practice and safety mindedness required.

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions). 

 
Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.  We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email.  If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.  

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