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Cost Accountant - 6 Month Contract (Closed)

ARE YOU AN EXPERIENCED COST ACCOUNTANT LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING CHALLENGE? Our client requires an experienced professional who is currently working towards their CPA designation to join their team for a 6 month contract.

Cost Accountant - 6 Month Contract

About the Opportunity

• Prepares and draws up the site specific work files and schedule for the budget. Communicates the group data and objectives as defined by the division
• Assists Operational Managers with drawing up the budgets, ensures they are consistent and determines the allocation of fixed costs and consolidates the site results
• Communicates the appropriate information with site management and ensures the information is reliable and exhaustive
• Produce regular management information and analyze results and discrepancies against the budget and Y-1
• Support and make recommendations for the action and improvement plans
• Produce financial simulations on business development opportunities and carry out ad hoc studies regarding margins and profitability
• Participate in creating and implementing new management tools for the site
• Ensure the management rules are applied in the various departments in a smooth and consistent manner
• Provide support to plant Operational Managers in the tools and methods

About You

• University degree in accounting, business, food engineering or a related discipline
• Working towards Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) designation
• Minimum one year experience in a management control, operational finance or related role
• Experience in dairy processing environment an asset
• Experience in SAP or other ERP system an asset
• Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong presentation skills
• A team player with strong problem solving and decision making skills
• Ability to work independently under tight deadlines
• Ability to multi-task and adapt in a fast-paced changing environment
• Strong understanding of SAP, as well as advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office application such as Excel and Word

Pay Rate

$27 - $30/hour

How to Apply

Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please note that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote #21482.

You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.

About Lannick

Lannick is the premier professional recruitment and staffing firm in the Greater Toronto Area. Founded in 1985, Lannick provides best-in-class finance, accounting and technology professionals at all roles and levels through its three divisions: Lannick Finance & Accounting, Pro Count Staffing and Lannick Technology. Lannick places more than 1,000 candidates annually and is a preferred vendor for Canada’s most successful organizations. Learn more at www.lannick.com.