Cost analyst

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At Agropur, every role exists to deliver concrete results. What matters is real impact, not the volume of activity.

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.

The cost analyst is responsible for monitoring standard costs in the ERP system and for the periodic updating of standard costs. They act as a key business partner to operational (plant) finance and work closely with internal clients of the cost accounting department, such as category finance, commercial finance, and financial analytics.

An environment that allows you to focus on what truly matters:

• Flexible remote work options; 50% of time

• Flexible group insurance plan including telemedicine services;

• Employee assistance program;

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

• Pension plan with company contributions;

• Bright offices nestled in a natural setting, offering a wide range of services (free indoor parking, gym, etc.).

• Salary range 004: $73 000 to 91 200$ (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position.)

Your role in achieving results:

• Formula management: Create, update, and perform periodic reviews of formulas in integrated systems.

• Raw material updates: Collaborate with the Cost Lead to update raw materials and follow up with plant controllers to annually adjust Bills of Materials (raw materials, ingredients, packaging).

• Overhead cost tracking: Implement a tracking process with plant controllers for the annual update of manufacturing overhead costs (Plant, FSP, Depreciation).

• Variance analysis: Identify, analyze, and explain variances between updates, linking them to clear and business-oriented explanations.

• Cost analysis production: Produce various cost-of-goods analyses (new recipes, total production, dairy network impacts).

• Pricing model management: Manage and optimize Cost+ pricing models.

• Reporting and data integrity: Produce raw material reports and ensure data integrity across systems.

• ERP project participation: Actively contribute to the understanding and development of new tools as part of the SAP ERP deployment.

What we are looking for to deliver these results:

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• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent

• CPA designation (an asset)

• 3–4 years of experience in the manufacturing sector, finance, or cost accounting

• Advanced Excel skills (SAP, Oracle)

• Strong analytical and synthesis skills, ability to meet deadlines, autonomy, and curiosity

• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.

A role for those who want to contribute to measurable and sustainable results.

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.