Job Description

THE OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Intern to join our team in Vancouver, BC on a 6 month contract.

What You'll Do: With the objective of Defining a Higher Standard, the Finance Intern is responsible for supporting accounting, reporting, internal control, procurement and other finance streams through a variety of tasks which will support the development and enhancement of the individual's financial and analytical skills.

Who You Are: This is a great opportunity for a 3rd or 4th-year university student, recent graduate or someone with 1-2 years of experience in finance or administration to enhance their financial and analytical skills. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented and has strong working knowledge of MS Office applications.

Work Environment: This position is to be performed in-person from our office in Vancouver, BC. All COVID-19 protocols are in place for the safety of our employees.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze information in support of reporting cycle and investor relations;
• Support continuous improvement of policies, processes and internal controls;
• Perform reporting tie-out to supporting documents;
• Roll forward reporting cycle documents;
• Support the preparation of tax filings and analysis;
• Prepare Statistics Canada reports; and
• Other duties, including project work, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education And Experience

• Currently enrolled in a college diploma or university degree in accounting, finance or related program (equivalent experiences will be considered);
• Experience in financial and/or business services capacity;
• 1-2 years of experience in a clerical/administrative function and/or experience in accounts payable would be considered an asset.

Skills, Knowledge And Required Competencies

• Well-developed communication skills, both verbal and written;
• High level or accuracy and an outstanding attention to detail;
• A good working knowledge of MS Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Power Point, Word);
• Detail focused and strong ability to multi-task with strong organizational skills;
• Ability to work with tight deadlines and prioritize tasks;
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization, including building relationships with vendors and government agencies.

WESTERN OVERVIEW

Western Forest Products is a leading forest products company that manufactures high-quality wood products and sustainably manages forests. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with operations in the coastal region of B.C. and Washington State, Western meets the needs of customers worldwide with a specialty wood products focus and diverse product offering. Our large investment in manufacturing and progressive approach to safe and sustainable forestry practices ensures the health and prosperity of our business, forests and communities for generations to come.