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Cost Systems AccountantAtlantic Packaging Products • Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
Cost Systems Accountant

Cost Systems Accountant

Atlantic Packaging Products • Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Join us in building Careers and shaping Experiences Beyond the Box

About Us

At Atlantic Packaging every box tells a story and yours begins here. As a proudly Canadian-owned company with over 80 years of excellence in the corrugated packaging industry with operations within North America (Ontario Quebec and United States) were committed to sustainability customer excellence and community impact. Since 1945 weve supported local jobs and built a legacy of trust with our clients and team members. At Atlantic your ideas matter your growth is supported and your work makes a real impact.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Cost Systems Accountant who will be accountable for the accuracy integrity and ongoing maintenance of costing systems that support multiple businesses within the Atlantic Group of Companies. This role ensures costing inputs methodologies and outputs are current transparent and aligned with operational performance.

Working in close partnership with Finance Operations IT and Corporate Revenue Management the role provides reliable cost data and insights that enable informed pricing and business decisions.

This role is focused on core costing practices and reports directly into Vice President Finance.

What Youll Do

Costing System Governance & Maintenance

  • Own the structure logic and ongoing accuracy of costing systems across the Group.
  • Prepare review and analyze key costing inputs including machine rates speeds setup times waste factors among other costs.
  • Analyze detailed operational performance data to develop insights that inform costing assumptions and cost KPIs.
  • Execute costing system updates on a defined cadence in accordance with established frameworks.
  • Coordinate with local business teams and IT to ensure all system updates are implemented accurately and consistently.
  • Maintain a complete record of all costing system changes including machine additions or removals rate changes and process updates.
  • Develop and maintain documentation covering costing system logic assumptions tools and update procedures.

Reporting & Cost Analysis

  • Design analyze and distribute recurring costing reports including cost recovery productivity and benchmarking.
  • Ensure timely and accurate delivery of monthly benchmarking and productivity reporting.
  • Collaborate with Business Unit Revenue Management on the design validation and refinement of cost-related inputs used in revenue management reporting.
  • Analyze cost variances trends and drivers and communicate insights to Finance and Operations stakeholders.
  • Consultation Enablement & Cross-Functional Support

  • Act as a central coordinator for costing practices across the Group promoting consistency and best practice sharing.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert on costing systems methodologies and data inputs.
  • Provide insights using standard reporting tools (e.g. IPA-style pivots) and engage Finance teams to support interpretation.
  • Support Finance Operations and Revenue Management teams by investigating and resolving costing-related questions beyond local capability.
  • Coordinate costing reviews and investigations in partnership with Finance leadership to support operational and routing decisions.
  • Ensure business unit teams have a clear understanding of how costing systems function and how cost drivers impact performance.
  • Support internal and external audit activities related to costing processes valuation and system controls.
  • What You Bring

  • Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Engineering Operations Management or a related discipline.
  • CPA CMA or equivalent professional designation is considered an asset.
  • 7 years of progressive experience in costing financial analysis operations finance or manufacturing finance.
  • Demonstrated experience working with complex costing systems in a multi-site or multi-business environment.
  • Proven ability to analyze large detailed operational datasets and translate findings into clear insights.
  • Experience collaborating with Operations Finance and IT teams on system-driven initiatives.
  • Exposure to audit processes and financial controls related to costing systems is preferred.
  • Deep understanding of cost structures drivers and operational economics.
  • Strong ability to analyze synthesize and simplify complex information.
  • Comfortable building documenting and improving systems and processes.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across functions and levels.
  • Clear concise communicator capable of explaining complex concepts to non-technical audiences.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Commitment to accuracy documentation and openness to challenge and improvement.
  • What We Offer

  • Comprehensive health dental and vision coverage (dependents included)
  • Teamwork-focused culture with sustainability initiatives and social events
  • A culture of appreciation through a point-based recognition
  • Opportunities for advancement and internal movement
  • Education assistance for continuous skill development
  • Academic scholarships for employees children
  • Safety equipment and PPE support program
  • Retirement savings and wellness initiatives
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Inclusion and Accessibility

    Atlantic Packaging is committed to fostering an inclusive accessible and respectful environment for all candidates. If you require accommodation during the hiring process please contact our Talent Acquisition teamwere here to support you.

    We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in joining Atlantic Packaging. While we appreciate the time and effort invested only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

    Please note :

    Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal and background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

    Hiring Range : $80700 - $100900 per year. A candidates experience and knowledge may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

    Key Skills

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    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Yearly Salary Salary : 80700 - 100900

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