About the Role
Join Dr. Oetker's Pizza Production Team in London, Ontario. The Cost Accountant is responsible for analyzing production costs and operational expenses, collaborating with departments to ensure accurate cost allocation and provide insights that drive cost-saving initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze production costs of materials, labour, and manufacturing overhead to ensure efficiency and profitability.
- Prepare Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) variance analysis; investigate and resolve any errors or discrepancies, and highlight significant variances and provide explanations.
- Conduct profitability analysis and analyze cost structures for new products and projects, and providing actionable insights to stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain cost accounting system that ensures accurate costing in SAP.
- Work closely with production and FP&A teams to improve cost efficiency and support decision-making.
- Support the month-end and year-end close process with accurate cost accounting data and reports.
- Assist in budget preparation by providing input on cost assumptions, plant fixed overhead, investment budgets and forecasts.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze financial and costing information and create detailed reports.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance cost management and operational efficiency.
- Provide backup coverage for Senior Inventory Control Analyst and Production Analyst.
- Develop and maintain Investment Management Program in SAP.
- Prepare internal orders, setup budget, settlement of AUC, and manage monthly reporting process.
- Prepare depreciation and Return on investment (ROI) calculations.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant regulations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA designation is preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in cost accounting in manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of cost accounting principles and practices.
- Proven experience analyzing data to identify patterns and trends and providing commentary.
- Proven experience using data trends to influence strategic business decisions and making informed recommendations.
- Strong Knowledge with ERP system, SAP preferred.
- Advanced MS Excel skills.
- Able to communicate effectively with various organizational levels.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Understanding of manufacturing processes and inventory management.
- Must be legally permitted to work in Canada without sponsorship.
Skills
- Cost Accounting
- SAP
- MS Excel
- Data Analysis
- Financial Reporting
- Budgeting
- Inventory Management
- Manufacturing Processes
Location
- London, Ontario
Work Type
- Full Time
- Temporary
- Onsite
Experience Level
- 3+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor's Degree
Salary/Compensations
- CAD $70,000 to CAD $85,000
Benefits
- Health and dental
- Enhanced vacation program
About the Company
- Dr. Oetker is a state-of-the-art, highly automated pizza production facility with a global presence, headquartered in Germany and operating in over 40 countries. Founded in 1891, it is an international company rooted in family values. The London facility employs around 300 associates and produces Ristorante, Casa di Mama, and Giuseppe pizzas.
Equal Opportunity
- We are committed to our communities, our customers, our consumers, and each other; together we can make a positive impact. We know that fostering diversity and inclusion brings out your full potential and creates a joyful and welcoming environment for everyone. We are driven to be an equitable employer, which highly values your diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome all applicants. Please contact Human Resources at resumes@oetker.com if you require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.
