Cost Analyst II

Sofina Foods Canada; Burlington; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofina Foods Canada is seeking a Cost Analyst to support Operations Management with financial and analytical insight. The role ensures data integrity of plant reporting and collaborates with other Cost Analysts to standardize processes across locations.

The position involves preparing production cost reports, handling BOMs, and assisting with month-end tasks. A diploma in accounting/finance and 2–5 years of cost experience in manufacturing are required.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in accounting/finance.
• Pursuing an accounting designation (CPA) considered an asset.
• 2–5 years accounting and cost reconciliation in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, preferably AS400.
• Strong analytical skills with Excel mastery and Pivot Tables.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, analyze, reconcile and present: daily, weekly and monthly production reports, including cost, inventory, yields, labor and expenses.
• Administers new product set-up process within ERP/reporting systems.
• Assist plant management on initiatives and identify improvements.
• Analyze variances between actual and standard costs for finished goods and raw materials.
• Complete production journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and month‑end analysis.
• Assist with product and raw material counts and audits.
• Maintain BOMs and product costing in ERP.
• Provide back-up support to the finance team.
• Handle adhoc projects as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal communication

Communication skills

Education

Accounting degree

CPA in progress (asset)

Tools

AS/400 ERP

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Pivot Tables

Job description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Controller, the Cost Analyst provides financial administrative and analytical support to Operations Management; while working closely with Business Performance. The incumbent ensures data integrity of the plant's operational and financial reporting in accordance with established corporate standards and requirements. In addition, the position works closely with other Cost Analysts to ensure that processes are consistent throughout each location.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Controller, the Cost Analyst provides financial administrative and analytical support to Operations Management; while working closely with Business Performance. The incumbent ensures data integrity of the plant's operational and financial reporting in accordance with established corporate standards and requirements. In addition, the position works closely with other Cost Analysts to ensure that processes are consistent throughout each location.

Work Schedule:

7.30am - 4pm (Mon - Fri)

Key Accountabilities

• Prepare, review, analyze, reconcile and present: daily, weekly and monthly production reports. This includes costing, inventory, yields, labor, expense reports, etc., in accordance with Plant Management, Company policy, & GAAP.
• Administers new product set-up process, within ERP/complement systems, and within reporting.
• Responsible to assist and support plant management on various initiatives ensuring ongoing analysis and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Support the plant management in the analysis of variances between actual costs occurring at the plant and standard costs, variances related to finished goods, products and raw material.
• Completes Production related journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and month end analysis.
• Assists with product and raw material counts and audits.
• Maintain BOMS/standard instructions and product costings in ERP system.
• Position provides back up support and relief to the finance team.
• Other adhoc projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in accounting/finance.
• Pursing an accounting designation (CPA) considered an asset
• 2 to 5 years accounting and cost reconciliation experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of financial/operational ERP systems preferably AS400.
• Strong analytical skills and proficient in MS office with intermediate to expert knowledge of excel (Pivot Tables/formulas/linkage).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Hiring Range: CAD $57,936 - $77,344

Bonus: This position is eligible for a bonus up to 7.0% of base salary subject to the plan terms and conditions.

Please note that the expected hiring range provided is derived from a group of like roles within Sofina. The final offer amount for this role will be dependent on geographical region, applicable experience, skillset of the candidate and internal equity.

This position is currently an active vacancy.

Sofina Foods Inc. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ('AODA'). Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements, for the purpose of accommodation under AODA, known to Human Resources when they are contacted for an interview.