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Cost Analyst

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  • ID: 556076
  • Posted: 12/16/2025
  • Location: Guelph, ON
  • Category: Pro - Accounting/Finance
  • Job Type: Direct Placement
  • Duration: Direct Placement

Description

Cost Analyst


Position Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Cost Analyst to support the day-to-day

accounting, reporting and analysis. We are looking for someone with keen

attention to detail who can successfully multi-task in a fast-paced environment.


Primary Responsibilities:

Weekly cost analysis for KPI metrics.

Performing monthly, quarterly & annual closing activities; completing

account reconciliations; managing job costing processes, including tracking

project costs and profitability.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) activities including assisting with

budget and forecast preparation and providing monthly variance analysis to

plan.

Own the inventory cycle counting program, including implementation at

facilities that need to participate.

Own quarterly inventory costing updates and customer re-pricing.

Calculate and present overhead burden rates as required, at least annually.

Crosstrain to provide support to other accounting staff - KPI's,

reconciliations and financial reporting.

Ad-Hoc costing analysis to support business decision making.

Support audit engagements.

Support other divisions as required.


Educational Requirements:

Post-secondary education in accounting with CPA designation or pursuing.

 
Job Requirements

 

Required Skills & Expertise:

2 to 5 years experience in the manufacturing industry.

Knowledge of ASPE and / or IFRS and accounting principles.

Demonstrated knowledge of computerized ERP systems, Visual

Manufacturing preferred.

Advanced level skill using Microsoft Excel

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Self- driven with a focus on independent problem solving and

communication skills




Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.
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