Cost Accountant (6-Month Contract):** Analyze production costs, conduct variance analysis, and manage budgets for optimized financial performance. Utilize ERP systems and Excel for data analysis and reporting. Requires Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 2+ years' experience, and strong analytical skills. CPA/CMA certification preferred. Flexibility and competitive compensation are offered.
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Advantages
Professional Development: A contract role as a Cost Accountant offers exposure to various industries and companies, providing valuable experience and skills enhancement.
Flexibility: Contract positions often offer more flexibility in terms of work hours and location, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Networking Opportunities: Working on different projects and with diverse teams allows for expanding professional networks, potentially leading to future job opportunities.
Specialized Experience: Contract roles often focus on specific projects or tasks, allowing Cost Accountants to develop specialized skills and knowledge within their field.
Competitive Compensation: Contract positions can sometimes offer higher hourly rates or project-based compensation, providing financial benefits for skilled professionals.
Responsibilities
Cost Analysis: Analyze costs associated with production, inventory, and overhead to identify areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities.
Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and maintain budgets and forecasts to assist management in decision-making and strategic planning.
Variance Analysis: Investigate and explain variances between actual costs and budgeted costs, providing insights to management for corrective actions.
Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, reconcile discrepancies, and implement inventory control procedures to optimize inventory turnover.
Financial Reporting: Prepare and present financial reports, including cost reports, profitability analysis, and cost of goods sold (COGS) analysis, to management and stakeholders.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA or CMA certification preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in cost accounting or related financial analysis roles. Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is advantageous.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle). Experience with cost accounting software is a plus.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and make recommendations based on findings.
Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and present findings to stakeholders.
Summary
This job description outlines the key advantages, responsibilities, and qualifications for a Cost Accountant in a contract role. Please email your resume to DIVYA.SHUKLA@RANDSTAD.CA.
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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Cost Accountant (6-Month Contract):** Analyze production costs, conduct variance analysis, and manage budgets for optimized financial performance. Utilize ERP systems and Excel for data analysis and reporting. Requires Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 2+ years' experience, and strong analytical skills. CPA/CMA certification preferred. Flexibility and competitive compensation are offered.
Advantages
Professional Development: A contract role as a Cost Accountant offers exposure to various industries and companies, providing valuable experience and skills enhancement.
Flexibility: Contract positions often offer more flexibility in terms of work hours and location, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Networking Opportunities: Working on different projects and with diverse teams allows for expanding professional networks, potentially leading to future job opportunities.
Specialized Experience: Contract roles often focus on specific projects or tasks, allowing Cost Accountants to develop specialized skills and knowledge within their field.
Competitive Compensation: Contract positions can sometimes offer higher hourly rates or project-based compensation, providing financial benefits for skilled professionals.
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Responsibilities
Cost Analysis: Analyze costs associated with production, inventory, and overhead to identify areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities.
Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and maintain budgets and forecasts to assist management in decision-making and strategic planning.
Variance Analysis: Investigate and explain variances between actual costs and budgeted costs, providing insights to management for corrective actions.
Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, reconcile discrepancies, and implement inventory control procedures to optimize inventory turnover.
Financial Reporting: Prepare and present financial reports, including cost reports, profitability analysis, and cost of goods sold (COGS) analysis, to management and stakeholders.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA or CMA certification preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in cost accounting or related financial analysis roles. Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is advantageous.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle). Experience with cost accounting software is a plus.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and make recommendations based on findings.
Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and present findings to stakeholders.
Summary
This job description outlines the key advantages, responsibilities, and qualifications for a Cost Accountant in a contract role. Please email your resume to DIVYA.SHUKLA@RANDSTAD.CA.
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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