Sr. Costing Analyst

About Canada Packers

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Canada Packers is building the global standard for sustainable pork. Raised with care. Crafted with purpose. Trusted around the world.

We are a values-based organization that thrives on collaboration. Whether on a farm, production line, or in an office environment, team members embrace accountability and a continuous improvement mindset to drive sustained business growth.

Join us and be part of an exciting journey where your talent and passion can make a real impact!

About This Opportunity:

Reporting to the Finance Manager – Operations, the Sr. Costing Analyst provides financial leadership, support and analysis to the finance and plant management teams. The role requires that the incumbent work closely with plant management to identify opportunities to improve results and controls within the plant. This position is responsible for executing standard control processes on assets and ensure accuracy of all plant financial reporting.

Any Canada Packers team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by May 22, 2026. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Responsibilities:

• Consistent with our leadership values, act as a champion for our culture by participating in the development and execution of a positive and productive environment focused on the needs of our people.
• Ensure all company financial policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Provide accurate cost reporting and analysis to the plant management team.
• Investigate variances, analyze production data, and provide explanations to management.
• Lead period-end financial activities. Ensure adherence to tight month-end schedule, prepare closing journal entries and complete account reconciliations.
• Interpret financial results.
• Identify, recommend, and support cost improvement opportunities.
• Calculate and update product costs, including Standard Costing updates.
• Perform periodic analysis of overhead spending and provide management with the information required to make future spending decisions.
• Support the budget process for hog facilities. Work with functional managers to ensure budget submission is complete, accurate and on time.
• On site responsibility to ensure accounting procedures adhere to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and approved corporate policies.
• Lead annual internal and external audit reviews for Hog Operations.
• Provide guidance and coaching to non-finance managers regarding issues of financial control and compliance.
• Support Hog Production Management with regular inventory cycle count review and perform re-counts and random verification checking when required / applicable.

Skills & Experience:

• Post-Secondary Education in Accounting or Business required.
• Accounting Designation is preferred or actively working towards CPA.
• Must have excellent systems skills, analytical skills and be proficient Excel.
• Demonstrated personal leadership.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to present financial information to non-financial functions.

What We Offer:

• Values based culture.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity is a critical component of our culture. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Recruitment Team at accommodations@canadapackers.com.

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the Canada Packers Careers Page are not a reflection of Canada Packers and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. We offer competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Recruitment Team.