Junior Cost Analyst

Cleveland Range Ltd.; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jr. Cost Analyst at Cleveland Range Ltd.

will join the Finance and Accounting team in Vaughan, reporting to the Plant Controller and supporting cost, inventory, and month-end activities. You will analyze standard costs vs actual costs, prepare cost reports, assist with audits, intercompany reconciliations, and physical inventories, using Excel and ERP systems to drive accurate reporting and informed decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or equivalent related experience.
• 0–2 years of accounting, finance, costing experience preferred; entry-level candidates with strong Excel and accounting fundamentals will be considered.
• Intermediate MS Excel skill is mandatory, including formulas, lookups, pivot tables, filtering/sorting, and large data sets.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when compiling, validating, and reporting financial information.
• Ability to organize work, meet recurring reporting deadlines, and follow defined procedures.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work with all levels of management and staff.
• ERP experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred for success in the role.

Responsibilities

• Analyze standard costs versus actual costs to identify variances and support corrective action where required.
• Prepare, review, and analyze cost reports, costing audits, and profitability-related data by product and/or customer.
• Compile data and prepare statistical, financial, inventory, and ad-hoc reports for management review.
• Support month-end close activities, including the preparation and posting of assigned month-end entries.
• Prepare ad-hoc reporting such as weekly inventory reports and other operational finance reports as required.
• Assist with year-end tasks, including intercompany reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Participate in annual physical inventory counts and support inventory reconciliation activities.
• Review unusual cost records and verify that cost data is allocated accurately and consistently.
• Follow established processes, procedures, and workflows in alignment with corporate guidelines and internal/external requirements.
• Work collaboratively with Finance, Accounting, Operations, and Business Line managers to obtain, validate, and explain cost-related information.

Skills

Excel

Cost accounting

Variance analysis

Data analysis

Attention to detail

ERP experience

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP/Manufacturing ERP

QAD ERP (nice to have)

Job description

Position Summary

The Jr. Cost Analyst supports the Finance and Accounting team by analyzing actual costs against standard costs, identifying variances, and preparing timely cost and inventory-related reporting. The role assists with cost audits, cost data validation, month-end accounting entries, and routine financial reporting that supports business decision-making. This position is well suited for an early-career accounting professional who is highly accurate, comfortable working with data, and interested in building cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.

This role reports to the Plant Controller and is based in Concord, Vaughan. It is 100% based in office.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze standard costs versus actual costs to identify variances and support corrective action where required.


• Prepare, review, and analyze cost reports, costing audits, and profitability-related data by product and/or customer.


• Compile data and prepare statistical, financial, inventory, and ad-hoc reports for management review.


• Support month-end close activities, including the preparation and posting of assigned month-end entries.


• Prepare ad-hoc reporting such as weekly inventory reports and other operational finance reports as required.


• Assist with year-end tasks, including intercompany reconciliations and supporting schedules.


• Participate in annual physical inventory counts and support inventory reconciliation activities.


• Review unusual cost records and verify that cost data is allocated accurately and consistently.


• Follow established processes, procedures, and workflows in alignment with corporate guidelines and internal/external requirements.


• Work collaboratively with Finance, Accounting, Operations, and Business Line managers to obtain, validate, and explain cost-related information.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or equivalent related experience.


• 0–2 years of accounting, finance, costing experience is preferred; entry-level candidates with strong Excel and accounting fundamentals will be considered.


• Intermediate MS Excel skill is mandatory, including the ability to work with formulas, lookups, pivot tables, filtering/sorting, and large data sets.


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when compiling, validating, and reporting financial information.


• Ability to organize work, meet recurring reporting deadlines, and follow defined procedures.


• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work with all levels of management and staff.


• ERP experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred for success in the role.

Nice to Have

• Manufacturing experience is a plus.


• CPA in progress.


• QAD ERP exposure is a plus.

Working Relationships and Environment

• Key working relationships include Finance and Accounting management and staff, Operations teams, and Business Line managers.


• Work is generally performed in a typical office environment. The role may require standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods and may involve participation in physical inventory counts.

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or working conditions associated with the role. Duties may be adjusted based on business needs.

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $70,000.00 Annually

Salary Range: $65K – $70K / yr

Operation hours: Monday - Friday from 9AM - 5PM.

We believe that our people our one of our most valuable assets. That’s why we provide our employees with a competitive benefits package that helps protect their health, income and lifestyle.

Some of our benefits are:

• Pension Program


• Employee Assistance Program


• On-the-job training and skills development


• Employee Engagement Events

Cleveland Range LTD., a Welbilt brand, has been a leading manufacturer for over 100 years which designs and produces a full line of

commercial skillets, steamers and kettles cooking equipment. The facility based in Concord, Vaughan supports our Cleveland Range

brand and is a division of Ali Group.

For more information about Cleveland Range LTD, visitwww.clevelandrange.com Welbilt, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that

values diversity in the workplace. All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race,

colour, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, familial status, medical condition, or any other status protected by law.

All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers, and promotions will be based on individual skills, knowledge, abilities, and business needs.

We may use artificial intelligence‑enabled tools to assist with certain aspects of the recruitment process, such as screening or

assessment. These tools support but do not replace human decision‑making.

This requisition is an active job requirement.