College/University diploma/degree in Finance or Accounting
5 years of cost accounting experience
CPA designation preferred but not required
Exposure to food manufacturing and distribution is an asset
Strong communication skills and professional interaction at all levels
Attention to detail and accuracy in work
Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel
Responsibilities
Lead annual labour and overhead rate calculations
Collaborate on cost-saving projects with operations and supply chain
Implement activity-based costing
Analyze contract margins and weighted average costs
Investigate discrepancies in accrued freight and purchases
Provide feedback on inbound and outbound transportation cost markups
Manage the MCPs rebate process, including vendor follow-ups
Benefits
Hybrid work arrangement
Opportunity to lead cost accounting functions
Engagement with cross-functional teams including Procurement, Sales, and Operations
Supportive finance team environment
Involvement in various finance projects
Focus on compliance with health and safety regulations, GMP's, and HACCP requirements
Full Job Description
Job Details
Job Title: Senior Accountant
Location: Mississauga, Canada
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
About the Role
Position function: Reporting to the Controller of Caldic North America, the individual will be part of the accounting team responsible for accounting functions with a focus on cost accounting for North America.
Scope: The Sr. Accountant is responsible to lead the cost accounting function. The individual is responsible for analyzing direct costs that impact material margin as well as providing analysis of over/under application. This position will lead the finance team on various projects and duties, reporting back to the Controller, CFO and involving Procurement, Sales and Operations teams as appropriate.
Key Responsibilities
Major tasks and duties: • Lead the annual labour and overhead rate calculations • Work on cost saving projects with operations and supply chain • Work on activity based costing • Analysis on contract margin and weighted average cost • Clear accrued freight and purchases; requires investigation of any discrepancies • Analyze and provide feedback on inbound transportation costs markups • Analyze and provide feedback on outbound transportation costs markups • Validate the labour IDs and ensure that the hrs allocation to production lines are accurate • Own the MCPs (Matching Competitor Prices) rebate process which includes entering rebates, working with procurement to submit the rebates to the vendors and following up on the rebate outstanding to be received. • Support finance team with analyzing the GL accounts • Support for Controller and Finance staff when necessary • Complete all other duties as assigned by Controller • Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, GMP's and HACCP requirements
Skills • College/University diploma/degree in Finance or Accounting. • CPA designation preferred but not required • 5 years' of cost accounting experience • Exposure to food manufacturing and distribution an asset • Strong communication skills • Interacts professionally at all levels both internally and externally • Ability to give strong attention to detail and accuracy of work • Time management and adaptable to change is important • Strong knowledge of MS Office, specifically Excel
