Operations Analyst

Job Type:

Regular

At Agropur, accountability is part of everyday work. We expect everyone to take ownership of challenges and act.

People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact.

Agropur is seeking a Operations analyst for its Beauceville plant.

This role is ideal for a high‑potential professional with a strong interest in the manufacturing environment and a desire for growth. The position is designed as a stepping‑stone role, offering the opportunity to progressively develop the financial, operational, and analytical skills required to advance into a Plant Controller position within 3 to 4 years.

Reporting to the Director, Management Accounting, the Financial Analyst – Performance Management will actively contribute to the plant’s financial activities while developing a deep understanding of manufacturing operations, production costs, and key performance indicators.

A clear framework that enables you to take ownership:

• Recognition of years of service for vacation calculation;

• Flexible group insurance plan including telemedicine services;

• Employee assistance program;

• Opportunities to invest in yourself (career development, etc.);

• Pension plan with company contributions;

• Salary scale 004: 73 000$ à 91 200$ (Base salary will be determined based on your academic background, experience, training, and skills related to the position.)

What you will take ownership of on a daily basis:

More specifically, the responsibilities of the Operation analyst include:

• Developing data- and fact-based insights to guide and support decision-making aimed at improving productivity and reducing the overall cost of the plant;

• Contributing to the preparation of monthly financial reports, cost tracking and analysis, and product cost calculations;

• Preparing analysis documents for the monthly financial results of the Beauceville plant (labour, manufacturing overhead, month-end inventory, raw materials);

• Participating in the development of plant budgets and standard costs, analyzing variances and making recommendations as needed;

• Ensuring the timely production of reports, the accuracy of data, and explaining variances;

• Being responsible for month-end journal entries and ensuring their accuracy;

• Ensuring the update and compliance of plant performance indicators (weekly/monthly);

• Supporting various plant departments with financial requests (economic project analysis, monthly reports);

• Assisting the Controller with various mandates;

• Participating in continuous improvement projects, with a focus on automation, optimization, and harmonization of the tools used.

The profile that can truly own the role:

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting, combined with a recognized accounting designation (CPA);

• Have a minimum of two years of experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment and/or in cost accounting;

• Experience with SAP or another ERP system is considered an asset;

• Strong computer skills (Excel, Oracle);

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;

• Strong autonomy and adaptability.

An environment where commitment and accountability are recognized.

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. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

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