Cost Accounting Analyst

Agropur; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 71,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy cooperative in Quebec is seeking a Cost Accounting Analyst responsible for producing cost analyses and collaborating with various finance teams. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with ERP systems. This role offers competitive compensation and a flexible work environment.

Benefits

50% remote work flexibility

Flexible group insurance plans

Employee Assistance Program

Company-contributed retirement plan

Bright offices with various services

Qualifications

• 3 to 4 years of experience in a manufacturing, finance, or cost analysis environment.
• CPA designation (an asset).
• Familiarity with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Produce cost analyses for various internal clients.
• Develop reports on Class 4A and powder cost/pricing.
• Lead Part 1 of the 'Butter Puzzle' project.

Skills

Strong analytical and synthesis skills

Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

Advanced proficiency in Excel

Knowledge of dairy manufacturing processes

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Job description

Job Type: Regular

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The Cost Accounting Analyst is responsible for monitoring and periodically updating cost data within the ERP system. This role serves as a strategic partner to Operational Finance (Manufacturing and Distribution & Logistics) and collaborates closely with internal stakeholders in the Costing department, including Category Finance, Commercial Finance, and Analytical Finance.

At Agropur, we invest in YOU:

• Recognition of years of service for vacation calculation
• 50% remote work flexibility
• Flexible group insurance plans including telemedicine services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for personal and career development
• Company-contributed retirement plan
• Bright offices surrounded by nature, offering a variety of services (free indoor parking, gym, etc.)
• Salary Scale 004: $71,200 to $89,000 (Base salary will be determined based on academic background, experience, training, and job-related skills)

What this role involves:

• Produce cost analyses for various internal clients:
  • New recipe costing
  • Total production cost
  • Storage and picking cost
  • Other ad hoc analyses
• Develop reports on Class 4A and powder cost/pricing
• Contribute to variable profitability analysis
• Identify by-product cascades across the network in collaboration with the Costing Specialist
• Act as a translator of costing tools, assumptions, and methodologies
• Deliver clear business explanations during costing updates
• Create and modify formulas in integrated systems
• Conduct periodic recipe reviews
• Lead Part 1 of the "Butter Puzzle" project
• Lead Part 2 of the "Storage & Picking Puzzle" project (SAP, JDE, Miramichi, Cognos)
• Develop tools for work and process management
• Actively participate in understanding and developing the new SAP ERP system

What you need to join our team:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
• 3 to 4 years of experience in a manufacturing, finance, or cost analysis environment
• CPA designation (an asset)
• Knowledge of dairy manufacturing processes and by-product management
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills
• Autonomy, curiosity, and ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Skilled at simplifying complex financial concepts
• Advanced proficiency in Excel
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle - an asset)

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Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.