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Cost Analyst

Laval
Aeronautics | Comptabilité de gestion & FP&A | #4482
Permanent | French
Differentiating elements
  • Growing Environment
  • Key Role with High Added Value
  • Professional Development
  • Teamwork

About the employer

This renowned multinational manufacturing company, recognized for its expertise and innovation, is experiencing remarkable growth thanks to the expansion of its operations and the acquisition of major new contracts. Offering a stimulating environment where finance plays a strategic role, the company stands out for its culture of collaboration, its stability, and its commitment to talent development. You will be part of an experienced and close-knit team where trust, autonomy, and work-life balance are at the heart of management practices.

Benefits

Work as a mason one day per week – Stable 40-hour workweek – Comprehensive group insurance – Pension plan with employer contributions – Access to virtual healthcare starting on day one – Employee assistance program – Health and wellness program – Vacation weeks and personal days – A close-knit finance team that combines expertise with support – Managers who prioritize trust and autonomy – Strong collaboration between teams and a pleasant daily work environment – Active social committee and team-building activities – Investment in career development – Excellent opportunities for professional growth – International exposure within a well-established company – On-site parking with electric charging stations

Your responsibilities in a few words!

Évaluer, maintenir et optimiser les coûts standards des produits manufacturés – Analyser les écarts de coûts liés aux achats, à la production, au rendement et à l’efficacité opérationnelle – Réaliser des analyses de rentabilité et de performance afin de soutenir les décisions stratégiques – Contribuer aux processus de soumissions en fournissant des analyses de coûts fiables et précises – Développer et améliorer les indicateurs de performance financière et opérationnelle – Collaborer étroitement avec les équipes des opérations, des achats et de l’ingénierie afin d’optimiser la performance manufacturière – Agir comme personne-ressource en coût de revient auprès de la direction financière et des équipes opérationnelles – Participer activement aux fermetures financières mensuelles et annuelles – Produire et améliorer les rapports financiers liés aux coûts, aux inventaires et à la performance – Contribuer aux processus budgétaires, aux prévisions financières et à l’analyse des écarts – Participer à la validation des inventaires et au maintien de contrôles internes rigoureux – Soutenir les audits internes et externes et assurer l’intégrité des données financières – Collaborer à des projets d’amélioration continue et à diverses initiatives stratégiques 

Your assets for this position!

Required CPA certification
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in cost accounting in a manufacturing environment
In-depth expertise in standard costs, variance analysis, and product profitability
Excellent understanding of ERP systems, particularly SAP (a significant asset)
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience in a complex manufacturing environment, particularly in aerospace, metalworking, or machining (a plus)
Experience in financial analysis, budget preparation, and financial forecasting
Knowledge of inventory processes, internal controls, and financial audits
Experience supporting bids and continuous improvement projects (a plus)
Professional proficiency in French and English, both spoken and written

Summary

An ideal opportunity for an analytical, meticulous, and self-motivated individual who wants to apply their expertise in cost accounting to a large, rapidly growing manufacturing company. You will play a key role within an experienced and close-knit finance team, where your analyses will have a direct impact on product profitability and operational decisions. Working closely with the controller and the various departments at the plant, you’ll help optimize costs, develop performance metrics, and support strategic projects related to business expansion. You’ll work in a dynamic environment where trust, mutual support, and autonomy are valued—without micromanagement. This opportunity will allow you to develop recognized expertise, gain valuable exposure to senior management, and consider a transition into the role of assistant controller. Join a stable and ambitious organization that values its employees and offers an environment conducive to a rewarding long-term career!

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