What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Domtar?
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, (Tennessee, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Senior Accountant. This job is full-time permanent.
Overview: The Senior Cost Accountant plays a critical role in supporting the financial performance of the mill through cost analysis, financial reporting, and process improvement initiatives. This position partners closely with operations and leadership teams to provide meaningful financial insights, ensure accounting accuracy, and support strategic decision-making in a manufacturing environment.
Your challenges:
- Participate in month-end and year-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
- Perform account reconciliations and maintain general ledger accuracy and integrity
- Provide detailed variance analysis and financial reporting to department leaders and management
- Analyze budget-to-actual results and communicate key operational and financial drivers
- Conduct cost analysis and profitability reporting to support business and operational decisions
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and support budgeting initiatives
- Assist with internal audits, compliance reviews, and implementation of internal controls
- Evaluate accounting processes and recommend improvements to strengthen efficiencies and controls
- Support external audit activities and tax preparation processes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance SAP accounting and reporting processes
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing financial analysis activities
Your skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret financial data and trends
- Advanced Excel skills with strong systems aptitude
- Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships across all levels of the organization
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical practices and maintaining a strong safety mindset
Your profile:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
- Minimum of 5 years of cost accounting experience required
- Strong understanding of GAAP/IFRS and financial reporting principles
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, and variance analysis
- Experience with internal audit processes, internal controls, and compliance activities
- Manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred
- SAP experience preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required
Our offer:
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid vacation and company holidays
- 401(k) with company contributions
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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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