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Senior Accountant

$92k per year

Mercer Celgar Ltd Ptr

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, 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 Senior Accountant to join our Accounting & Finance team at Mercer Celgar. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating audits - internal, external and third-party assurance, capital and fixed asset accounting and supporting various financial functions within our organization.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate SOX audits - internal and external
  • Coordinate Pension audit - includes preparation of pension statements
  • Coordinate third-party assurance audits & reviews
  • Prepare and oversee transactions for capital & fixed assets
  • Prepare month-end journal entries, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations
  • Support preparation of monthly financial statements.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls in a SOX compliant environment.
  • Prepare and distribute scheduled and ad hoc financial reports
  • Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience

  • Professional Designation (CPA) or working towards
  • Degree (B.Sc./B.A.) or Diploma (Dip.) in Commerce, Business Admin, Finance or similar 4 year post-secondary discipline
  • 5 years of progressive accounting experience
  • 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, with a keen attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • 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 $92,000 - $139,000. 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

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

Submit your resume to the documents folder on the application. Resumes and all supporting documents must be submitted no later than June 26, 2026.

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:

Vacancy posted 7 days ago
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