FOREST
INVESTMENT ACCOUNT MANAGERFOREST INVESTMENT ACCOUNT ASSOCIATE
FOREST
INVESTMENT ACCOUNT MANAGERPricewaterhouseCoopers
administers the Forest Investment Account’s Land Base Investment Program (“LBIP”)
and the Forest Science Program (“FSP”) on behalf of the British Columbia
Ministry of Forests. The purpose of
the Forest Investment Account (“FIA”) is to assist government to develop a
globally recognized, sustainably managed forest industry.
The LBIP is the
largest of the seven programs under FIA, comprising investments in land base
activities planned and delivered by licensees in accordance with government
standards. These investments are directed toward high priority, cost effective
forest productivity and sustainability initiatives that promote enhanced
forestry, environmental preservation and restoration.
The FSP funds
forest science initiatives that address the critical knowledge and information
needed to enable science-based sustainable management of British Columbia’s
forest resources. The program focuses on applied research in the areas of
sustainable forest management and improving timber growth and value, and
achieving more effective use of forest science results through extension.
As Investment
Manager you will be responsible for: evaluating investment proposals; preparing
contracts; monitoring investment progress; overseeing advances, adjustments and
payments; managing financial and performance audits; providing reports to the
Forest Investment Council and participating in the management of program issues.
You will be responsible for ensuring
that all work is completed and documented in accordance with our prescribed
standards, while demonstrating strong technical knowledge and the ability to
research and resolve issues. You
will be expected to continuously communicate and be an active member of the PwC
FIA Team.
Your background
includes a forestry or biology degree (wildlife experience) ideally coupled with
experience in finance and ten years forest resource management experience
in the forest industry. You are a competent analyst, able to make sound
decisions with a demonstrated
ability to work in a multitasked, fast-paced and changing environment
while overseeing a sizable investment portfolio. Your leadership,
organizational, analytical, communications and reporting skills are exceptional.
You can communicate and liaise effectively with industry and government
officials with a strong commitment to providing excellent client service.
Candidates
should be a registered professional forester with the ABCFP (or eligible for
registration) or registered with the College of Applied Biology of BC (or
eligible for registration). Candidates
that have other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and knowledge.
How
to Apply: Interested candidates should apply to the posting online at our website www.pwc.com/ca
under Career Opportunities. We thank all applicants in advance for their
interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be
contacted.
PwC
is committed to building a diverse workforce, representative of the communities
we serve. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
PricewaterhouseCoopers
administers the Forest Investment Account’s Land Base Investment Program (“LBIP”)
and the Forest Science Program (“FSP”) on behalf of the British Columbia
Ministry of Forests. The purpose of
the Forest Investment Account (“FIA”) is to assist government to develop a
globally recognized, sustainably managed forest industry.
The LBIP is the largest
of the seven programs under FIA, comprising investments in land base activities
planned and delivered by licensees in accordance with government standards.
These investments are directed toward high priority, cost effective forest
productivity and sustainability initiatives that promote enhanced forestry,
environmental preservation and restoration.
The
FSP funds forest science initiatives that address the critical knowledge and
information needed to enable science-based sustainable management of British
Columbia’s forest resources. The program focuses on applied research in the
areas of sustainable forest management and improving timber growth and value,
and achieving more effective use of forest science results through extension.
As an Investment
Associate, you will assist PwC’s team of Investment Managers in evaluating
investment proposals; preparing contracts; monitoring investment progress;
preparing and conducting financial and performance audits; and participating in
the management of program issues. You
will be responsible for ensuring
that all work is completed and documented in accordance with our prescribed
standards, while demonstrating strong technical knowledge and the ability to
research issues, present alternatives and conclusions to Investment Managers and
external recipients of the funding. You
will be expected to continuously communicate with the Investment Managers and/or
Partner with respect to work progress.
Your background includes
a forestry or biology degree (wildlife experience) ideally coupled with
some experience in finance and approximately five years of forest
resource management experience in the forest industry. You are a competent
analyst, able to make sound decisions with a demonstrated
ability to work in a multitasked, fast-paced and changing environment.
Your organizational, analytical and reporting skills are exceptional. Your interpersonal
skills allow you to thrive in a team environment.
You can communicate and liaise effectively with
industry and government officials with a strong commitment
to providing excellent client service.
Candidates should be a
registered professional forester with the ABCFP (or eligible for registration)
or registered with the College of Applied Biology of BC (or eligible for
registration). Candidates that have
other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and knowledge.
How
to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply to the posting listed on our website www.pwc.com/ca
under Career Opportunities.
PwC
is committed to building a diverse workforce, representative of the communities
we serve. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
PricewaterhouseCoopers refers to the Canadian firm of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP and the other member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited, each of which is a separate and independent legal entity.