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 Fort Mill, (South Carolina, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Accountant. This job is full-time permanent.

Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor, you will participate in the period-end accounting activities to support the accurate financial reporting consistent with Domtar’s policies and procedures and in the monthly reconciliation process.

Your challenges:                                                  

• Prepare journal entries related to month-end cut-off procedures (e.g. sales/liability accruals).
• Ensure proper accounting of Corporate capital expenditures and depreciation related to the different categories of the Corporate fixed assets.
• Participate in the quarterly forecast and annual budget preparation process (Sales, SG&A, financing expenses, etc.)
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and P&L variance analysis.
• Prepare monthly accounting reports (e.g. cost statements, sales reports, financial expenses report, etc.)
• Provide analysis to support strategic decision making and planning.
• Participate in any ad hoc requests; audit requests.
• Contribute to data visualization reporting.

Your Skills:

• Knowledge and understanding of technical accounting treatment and internal controls.
• Exceptional attention to detail and relentless pursuit of accuracy.
• Good computer skills and systems knowledge.
• Good communicator at different levels of the organization, in both written and verbal formats.
• Analytical approach to problem solving and critical thinking.
• Excellent time management and organization skills to meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to change in a dynamic environment.
• Self-sufficient, proactive, results driven, detail-oriented mindset and a good team member.
• Self-learner and eager to understand data, business processes, concepts, and technologies.

Your profile:

• BA/BS in Accounting and combined with a minimum 3 years related experience in an accounting/finance role.
• Experience in Microsoft Office with expert Excel capabilities, including advanced formulas, pivot tables etc.
• Experience working in ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP).
• CPA/CMA professional designation. (an asset)
• Master’s in accounting or MBA. (an asset)
• Bilingualism, French and English, both oral and written. (an asset)

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.  

To learn more about our company, consult the Domtar Company Web Site and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter.