Sr Accountant, Cost - Calgary, Canada - Nutrien

Description

At Nutrien, our purpose is Feeding the Future and we do so with safety, inclusion, integrity and results as our core values. Nothing is more important than sending our people home safe, every day.

Nutrien is a leading provider of agricultural products, services, and solutions. With over 26,000 employees world-wide, we are the largest producer of potash (by capacity) and one of the world's largest producers of nitrogen and phosphate. We also operate a leading agriculture retail network that services over 500,000 growers globally.

We harvest the best. Diverse views and experience make us strong. We look for people who have a safety-first mindset, who are collaborative team players, who deliver on their commitments, act with integrity, and who support inclusion.

Working at Nutrien will provide you an opportunity to help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career.

This position reports to the Senior Manager, Cost & Inventory.

What you will do:

• Support the maintenance of the costing module for both USD and CAD operating units
• Ensure the timely and accurate completion of month and year end close in accordance with corporate accounting policies and procedures
• Ensure all product inventory and cost of sales are properly recorded in our financial statements
• Execute required system testing for upgrade/enhancements to software
• Direct contact for plant finance with troubleshooting issues and system knowledge
• Review net realizable value and the gross margin for select combination of plants and/or products
• Create reports for various departments within the organization
• Aid with ad hoc queries requested by senior management
• Prepare supporting information used in audits
• Execute and implement continuous improvement initiatives

What you will bring:

• Professional accounting designation with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of Oracle financial reporting systems and cost accounting (preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to think strategically with confidence and speed in execution
• Ability to prioritize and manage numerous tasks, projects, stakeholder interests, and deadlines
• Excellent analytical and organization skills with a high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment or independently as the need arises
• Superior problem-solving skills
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot tables, PowerQuery)
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing facility (preferred)

Are you a good match? Apply today

Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

This job will remain posted until filled. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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