Sr. 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 Owensboro, (Kentucky, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Sr. Accountant. This job is full-time permanent.

Job Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Perform month end closing, including submitting journal entries and preparing reconciliations for proper cutoffs
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations and balance sheet review for all assets and liability accounts

• Prepare/present annual budget
• Prepare quarterly forecast, including requested variance analysis
• Process weekly payroll
• Update Impact 3-C

• Review/prepare monthly accounting and financial reports including period variance analysis

• Process accounts payable
• Complete waste billing templates for non-paper sales
• Provide tax, insurance and audit (internal and external) support as necessary
• Research and explain cost variations

• Maintain/improve internal controls regarding purchases, inventory and payroll
• Capital – provide information to support requests, prepare and submit requests, close and capitalize projects

• Review inventory (rolls, sheets, packaging and maintenance) for aged and/or obsolete materials

• Research and apply accounting policies and principles to properly record, report, and maintain financial data
• Lead Accountant at Site
• Assist on special assignments and prepare ad hoc reporting and analysis

Key Skill Sets:

• Good communicator at all levels of organization, in both written and verbal formats 
• Ability to understand accounting data, spreadsheets and concepts and simplify and communicate a message in both written and verbal communications
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Self-sufficient, proactive, results driven and detail-oriented mindset
• Analytical approach to solving problems and critical thinking
• Team player that has a desire to work cross-functionally across sectors

Professional Experience/Qualifications:

• BA/BS Degree in Accounting or Finance with 0 – 2 years related experience in an accounting/finance role; experience within a manufacturing operations environment /process is preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel capabilities. Including advanced formulas and pivot tables.
• Experience working in an ERP system, preferably SAP, Kronos and JD Edwards experience is an asset
• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

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.