Accountant, Cost

Inter Pipeline Ltd.•Calgary, AB

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Inter Pipeline, we are building a team of innovators and problem solvers with diverse backgrounds and skill sets. We cultivate opportunities to get to know each other better and collaborate more effectively. In every part of our organization, you will find people with a sense of purpose and a shared ethos - motivated, engaged, exploring new ideas and pushing for continuous improvements in everything we do. We believe teamwork is core to our success, and in that spirit you will work closely with leaders and team members. This is a great opportunity to amplify your purpose and contribute to meaningful, challenging work at the forefront of the energy sector. Bring your passion, your ideas, and let's do this. The Cost Accountant, Heartland Finance position is based in Calgary and reports to the Senior Manager. This role is responsible for supporting the accounting, analysis, and reporting of manufactured polypropylene and feedstocks. The Cost Accountant will monitor feedstock costs, analyze polypropylene manufacturing costs, and evaluate plant performance to provide accurate and meaningful financial insights. With a focus on cost reporting, process improvement, and SOX compliance, this role plays a critical part in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and effectiveness of cost accounting processes while supporting sound business decision-making.

Requirements

CPA designation required
Minimum 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in cost accounting or a related field
Experience in a manufacturing business preferred
Proven experience managing month end close processes and consistently delivering accurate results on time
Strong understanding of SOX Compliance, internal controls, and audit processes
Experience in a manufacturing business preferred
Strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy
Effective team player that can manage relationships with interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral)
Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities
Self starter with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a dynamic, fast paced, growth oriented environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP and Power BI is an asset

Responsibilities

Perform month end accounting and analysis relating to the value of feedstocks, polypropylene and product inventory turnover
Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial information within established reporting deadlines
Responsible for the analysis of products and variances associated with purchased and manufactured goods
Assist in the preparation of the annual budget/forecast for the cost of feedstocks and polypropylene
Participate in the development of new products with the Marketing, Technical Services and Customer Service teams
Assist presentations of monthly manufacturing performance results for the Heartland leadership team
Develop more efficient and accurate manufacturing reporting
Preparation of feedstock intercompany transactions and work closely with other business units to ensure elimination of entries
Conduct G/L account reconciliations, providing recommendations to address reconciling items
Prioritize workflow and day-to-day tasks, ensuring timely processing in accordance with company guidelines
Actively promote and implement business process improvements
Review and analyze monthly feedstock and polypropylene inventory and assess costs for accuracy
Assist ad hoc projects as needed.
Duties may be adjusted on an as needed basis within the Heartland accounting team to meet business needs.