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Manufacturing Cost Accountant - Finance

Maple Leaf Foods Inc

The Opportunity: Cost Analyst is a vital link between Cost/Financial Accounting and Manufacturing Operations. As part of the Finance Team, this position is the keeper of accurate labour, yield, and usage information regarding material volumes, material costs and movements. This information is used by our various teams to manage cost of product, inventory, and earned labour. The Cost Analyst also assists with financial reporting activities (e.g. budgeting, balance sheet recs, journal entries, etc.).

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by February 23. Provide timely and accurate daily and weekly cost reporting to the plant management team.

Provide accurate weekly / monthly forecasts for overall plant results in a timely manner

Work with manufacturing/engineering/finance to put in place more efficient and accurate processes

Participate in inventory management through posting of cycle counts, inventory dispositions, and following up on issues

As part of the Finance team, assist managers in managing their budgets, as well as participate in period end duties where required

Be active and participate in Six Sigma projects and identify, recommend, and support cost improvement opportunities.

On site responsibility to ensure accounting procedures adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and approved corporate policies.

On site C3 custodian to ensure critical inventory and purchasing procedures are in control, and responsible for Quarterly Self-Test submissions.

Support Production Management and Material Control with regular inventory cycle count review and perform re-counts and random verification checking when required / applicable, posting of cycle counts, inventory dispositions, and following up on issues.

Perform periodic analysis of overhead spending and provide management with the information required to make future spending decisions.

Provide coverage for other finance team members as required

Post-Secondary Education in a finance/business related program required.

  • 2+ years of progressive manufacturing costing experience in an ERP environment (SAP preferred)
  • Actively working towards a professional accounting designation program (CGA, CA, CMA)
  • Excellent planning and organizational skills
  • Advanced knowledge of MS office and experience with SAP

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.

Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.

Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.

Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.

Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us: We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf, Schneiders, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co. We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. A diverse and inclusive work environment Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

High Performance

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

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