financial analyst, manufacturing, abbotsford, 75-90k yearly, on-site, permanent.

Your role will be instrumental in analyzing and streamlining expenses linked to the production of goods or services within the organization. Your primary focus will entail evaluating and managing costs associated with manufacturing, procurement, inventory management, and supply chain operations. Through detailed financial analysis and insights, you'll actively contribute to boosting operational efficiency, optimizing profitability, and guiding strategic decision-making processes.

If you'd love to be a part of a manufacturing company, this Financial Analyst opportunity may be a great role for you to consider!

What's in It for You?

Advantages
- Be part of a collaborative team where your voice shapes the company's safety future.
- Significant professional growth opportunities.
- Competitive wage.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Enjoy company social events.



Responsibilities
- Analyze product/service cost structure (direct and indirect) for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
- Conduct variance analysis comparing actual costs to budgeted/standard costs and investigate discrepancies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, procurement, logistics) for implementing cost-saving initiatives and process enhancements.
- Engage in financial modeling and forecasting.
- Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting COG, assessing impacts of production volume, pricing, or input cost changes.
- Aid in preparing annual budgets and periodic forecasts for COG components, integrating market trends and business drivers.
- Create regular COG reports and dashboards for management review, highlighting KPIs, cost trends, and variance analysis.
- Offer financial insights and recommendations for strategic decision-making regarding product pricing, production planning, and resource allocation.


Qualifications
- Proven experience as a financial analyst, preferably with a focus on Cost of Goods or manufacturing operations.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial modeling, variance analysis, and cost accounting principles.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and data integrity.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Summary
If you possess exceptional attention to detail, unwavering accuracy, adept multitasking skills, and find this role aligns with your interests, abilities, and experience, please apply today or share this fantastic opportunity with a friend!

You can apply directly to this post or contact me directly @ Mercedes.Heath@randstad.ca

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