Job Details
Posted September 3, 2025
Full-Time
Requisition number: CONTR015890

Russellville, AR United States

Mill Controller

We seek a highly motivated, experienced Controller to be based at our Russellville, Arkansas sawmill. The Controller, reporting to the Mill Manager, is a key part of plant management providing analytical support for all financial decisions.

Role Definition

West Fraser is seeking a Mill Controller to join the management team at its mill in Russellville, Arkansas. This position will report directly to the General Manager and indirectly reports to the Regional Finance Accountant supporting the site.

 

Principal Responsibilities

Financial Reporting

  • Responsible for managing site month end close and reporting, all reconciliations and account analysis.
  • Responsible for ensuring site inventory counts are being performed and variances explained.
  • Responsible for completing weekly/monthly/annual forecasts for the site and corporate FP&A.
  • Responsible for completing weekly cost & other ad hoc analysis to assist the site in meeting its cost targets.

 

Internal Controls

  • Responsible for adhering compliance with current internal controls
  • Support the General Manager in enforcing site and company policies and procedures.
  • Support internal and external testing as required

Process Management

  • Support West Fraser centralized or site accounts payable, payroll and fiber procurement and as needed, residuals processes.
  • Drive operational and finance process improvement at the mill

Candidate – Experience and Competencies

To be effective in this role, the candidate will possess the following experiences and competencies:

  • 4-year degree, in Business, Accounting or Finance. CPA designation or working towards one preferred.
  • Related work experience of 3-5 years is required, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Flexible, detail-oriented, accurate, able to prioritize and meet deadlines. Results oriented
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Supervisory Experience preferred.
  • Ability to forge working relationships at all levels in an organization.
  • Experience with Sarbanes Oxley controls preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience with Oracle financial systems preferred and must be proficient in MS Office

Outstanding benefits package including:

  • Benefits starting Day 1
  • Competitive starting pay
  • On-the-job training
  • A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
  • Medical, Dental & Vision
  • 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid vacations and holidays

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If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: https://www.westfraser.com/careers/current-opportunities

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).

We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D

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Apply now and discover more about our current opportunities. We thank everyone for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.