FINANCIAL ANALYST

Belden; Cobourg; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading connectivity solutions provider in Cobourg is seeking an experienced Cost Accountant to join the accounting team. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, along with a degree in finance or accounting. Responsibilities include preparing cost reports, inventory management, and month-end closing tasks. Competitive salary ranging from $60,400 to $90,100 CAD plus benefits is offered, with hybrid work options available.

Benefits

Health/dental/vision benefits

Paid vacation

Employee stock purchase plan

Parental leave

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP systems is an asset.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.
• Knowledge of accounting rules and practices.

Responsibilities

• Apply accounting theories to support the cost accounting function.
• Daily reporting on Production, Inventory and Scrap variances.
• Month End closing responsibilities including Journal Entries.

Skills

Cost accounting experience

Proficient in Excel

Knowledge of ERP systems

Ability to analyze numerical data

Education

Degree or diploma in business, finance, accounting

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

Belong. Believe. Be You. Belden.

Propel your career surrounded by a diverse team of innovative, goal-oriented individuals who are pursuing the next generation of connectivity solutions. At Belden, you’ll participate in work that will challenge you and position you to excel. You’ll collaborate with colleagues from around the world, gaining exposure to a broad base of expertise and perspectives.

Together, we’ll continue on a journey of innovation, creating a connected world and paving the way for automation. Join us and let’s build the future.

Job Summary

This is an excellent opportunity to join the accounting team and demonstrate your strong cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Controller, you will be responsible for a variety of accounting related activities including; ensuring a high degree of accuracy in manufacturing cost and inventory values, preparing accounting or costing reports, processing cost roll-up functions, and actively participating in yearend inventory counts. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of cost accounting standards, experience applying accounting principles, theories, and concepts to financial transactions in a fast-pace environment. The individual must also have knowledge of Accounts Payable systems, including POs, Month End accruals and account reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Apply fundamental accounting theories and concepts to support the cost accounting function
• Daily reporting on Production, Inventory and Scrap variances
• Weekly and monthly reporting on various cost and expense accounts
• Weekly and monthly update on outstanding Vendor invoices and ensuring accuracy of information
• Weekly and monthly Vendor account reconciliation
• Actively involved in Bi-monthly Cycle-count on production inventory
• Actively involved in Annual and Semi-Annual Plant Physical Inventory Count
• Month End closing responsibilities including Journal Entries and Account Reconciliations according to GAAP
• Process weekly payroll
• Support the budgeting and annual cost roll processes
• Other finance and administrative duties as required

Required Skills and Experience

• 2-3 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with ERP systems is an asset, including SAP knowledge
• Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft office tools
• Degree or diploma in business, finance, accounting, or a related field
• Knowledge of accepted accounting rules, practices and reporting requirements
• Knowledge of accounting systems, budgets, and internal controls
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to analyze and present numerical data in tables, spreadsheets, and forms
• Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands Ability to work independently with a keen eye for detail

Compensation and Benefits

Applicants can expect a base compensation range of $60,400-$90,100 CAD plus benefits and additional incentives based on the level of the role. This is the reasonable estimate that Belden believes it might pay for this job based on applicable circumstances at the time of posting. Belden may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law, and commensurate with the applicant’s experience, qualifications, and geographical location.

Belden also offers hybrid and remote work practices where feasible and provides employees with benefits that could include health/dental/vision, long term/short term disability, life insurance, HSA/FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, paid leave for volunteer work in your community, training opportunities, professional talent management and succession planning, corporate health well-being initiatives and a work culture which includes commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and sustainability!

Let’s Write the Next 100 Years Together

Let’s Write the Next 100 Years Together. Join a global community striving to improve connectivity and security. The work we’re doing puts our people on the front lines of impacting lives and shaping the future. Propel your story of innovation by helping Belden write the next chapter in ours. Shape your future at Belden.

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.