Cost Accountant

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

The plant Cost Accountant will support the Operations Team at a location by providing accounting support that accurately documents operations costs in the financial reporting system and will assist management with the identification, development and implementation of procedures that improve utilization of raw materials to minimize cost. This position will be responsible for supporting the facility’s financial reporting team with month end financial closing duties, budgeting, forecasting, and costing activities for the facility as directed. 

How you will make contributions that matter...

• Ownership of Plant standard cost system, providing insight and analysis of drivers of performance.

• Assist corporate cost accounting team with review and input to the monthly standard cost update and review of all facility BOMs for accuracy.

• Daily review and control of clerical entries related to production and inventory transactions.

• Prepare and analyze weekly material yield and loss.

• Submit Milk Market Administrator reports.

• Assist management with development procedures that improve the accuracy of functional performance reporting and identification opportunities for further cost reduction across the operation.

• Participate in the development of data-driven, fact-based information to support decisions enabling productivity measures to reduce overall cost.

• Support month, quarter and year-end close activities.

• Perform and support office administration activities.

• Support internal and external audits.

You are best suited for the role if you…

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or another quantitative/technical discipline is required.

• 5+ years professional experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong attention to detail, superior analytical capability, and excellent verbal and written communications a must.

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, with an emphasis on Cost and Financial Accounting.

• Must be proficient in all MS Office programs, with advanced skills in Excel.

• Must possess strong prioritization skills; flexibility and ability to multi-task on a daily basis.

• Knowledge of SAP, preferred.

• Ability to function within a multi-system environment.

• Ability to work within a diverse team environment.

• Ability to influence, train and lead others.

We support and care for our employees by providing them with…

• Development opportunities that enhance their career fulfillment

• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help them care for their families

• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

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In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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