The Mason Group - Strategic Search Partners
Senior Cost Analyst - Contract 6 Months
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Job Description: Senior Cost Analyst
Our internationally known CPG client is seeking a hands-on Senior Cost Analyst for a 6-month contract to support post-implementation optimization following the rollout of SAP S/4HANA. The role is hybrid within office 3 days a week (T/W/TH) and work remote 2 days from home.
This role will focus on analyzing and resolving material Purchase Price Variances (PPVs) that are impacting financial performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Investigate and analyze Purchase Price Variances (PPVs) across materials and product lines
- Identify root causes of PPVs, including FX impacts, intercompany transactions, margin eliminations, and true cost changes
- Partner with cross-functional teams (Supply Chain, Procurement, FP&A) to validate findings and implement solutions
- Work directly within SAP S/4HANA to extract, validate, and interpret costing data
- Build and maintain detailed data models to support variance analysis and reporting
- Provide clear insights and recommendations to improve costing accuracy and financial reporting
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Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
- Proven experience as a Senior Financial Analyst/Senior Cost Analyst with a strong focus on costing and variance analysis
- Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA (required)
- Deep understanding of Purchase Price Variances (PPVs) and standard costing methodologies
- Strong analytical and data skills with the ability to work through complex datasets
- Problem-solving mindset with a curiosity to dig into root causes and “solve the puzzle”
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally
Nice to Have
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- Experience in a manufacturing or consumer goods environment
- Exposure to post-ERP implementation environments
Additional Information
The Mason Group is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process. We welcome applicants from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the recruitment process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
This role is for an immediate vacancy, and we are actively hiring.
Technology-assisted screening tools including AI may be used during the recruitment process; however, all applications are reviewed by our Consultants.
If you are already registered with The Mason Group, please contact your Recruiting Consultant directly with reference to job #21275.
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