Cost Accountant, Heartland

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.

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Description

Located in Calgary, the individual in the Cost Accountant role will report to the Manager, Accounting. The Cost Accountant will assist with the accounting and analysis of manufactured polypropylene & feedstocks. The Cost Accountant will monitor and analyze the cost of feedstocks, the cost of manufacturing polypropylene and the performance results of the plants. The Cost Accountant role will specialize in Cost Reporting, Process Improvement and SOX Compliance. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of our cost accounting processes. 

Within the business unit is the Heartland Petrochemical Complex (HPC), a world-scale integrated complex comprised of a propane dehydrogenation plant, a polypropylene plant and a co-generation central utilities block. HPC has been designed to convert locally sourced, low-cost propane into approximately 525,000 tonnes per year of polypropylene, a high value, easy to transport plastic. Polypropylene is used in the manufacturing of a wide range of finished products, such as consumer packaging, textiles, automobile components, medical equipment and currency. 

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Complete month-end accounting and analysis for feedstocks, polypropylene, and inventory.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Analyze product costs and variances for purchased and manufactured goods.
• Support budgeting and forecasting for feedstock and polypropylene costs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product development.
• Assist with monthly manufacturing performance reporting and presentations.
• Improve manufacturing reporting processes and efficiency.
• Prepare intercompany transactions and coordinate eliminations with business units.
• Perform G/L reconciliations and resolve outstanding items.
• Review inventory costs and accuracy.
• Manage priorities to meet deadlines and business requirements.
• Support process improvements and special projects as needed.
• Adapt responsibilities to meet evolving team and business needs.

Education, Skills and Experience

• CPA designation required.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience; cost accounting preferred.
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred.
• Strong month-end close, financial analysis, and reporting experience.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance, internal controls, and audits.
• SAP and Power BI experience considered an asset.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communicator and collaborative team player.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Hours

While diversity is a fact, inclusion is the act of recognizing the value of our differences and leveraging them for the betterment of our organization. At Inter Pipeline, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that values, represents, and supports the communities in which we work. We are committed to maintaining a respectful workplace and we are building a culture that supports the diverse needs of our employees. We welcome applications from all individuals including those who are Indigenous, racialized, of varied abilities and ethnicities, members of gender and sexually diverse communities, as well as with any other dimension of diversity.