Cost Analyst

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. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life :

• 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
• Assist with financial reporting activities (e.g. journal entries, balance sheet recs, etc.
• 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.
• Play an integral role in the development of new product costing (from development to launch) and ensure current product costs accurately reflect the manufacturing process.
• 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

What You’ll Bring :

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods :

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. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

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’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

We’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

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. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders : our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

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; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at  accommodations@mapleleaf.com .

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.