Analyst/Specialist, Costing Analysis

• Req ID: 84605
• Department: Finance & Accounting
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Calgary, Alberta
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Available to: Internal & External
• Deadline to apply: 05/26/2021

Canadian Pacific is a transcontinental railway in Canada and the United States with direct links to major ports on the west and east coasts. CP provides North American customers a competitive rail service with access to key markets in every corner of the globe. CP is growing with its customers, offering a suite of freight transportation services, logistics solutions and supply chain expertise. Visit cpr.ca to see the rail advantages of CP. 

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The purpose of the Analyst/Specialist Costing Analysis role is to provide analytical support as it relates to costing and profitability.  The key is to prepare and consolidate accurate and timely analysis to key stakeholders such as Sales & Marketing, Finance, and Operations. The role will proactively use historical and prospective costing to identify cost reduction and margin improvement opportunities and closely work with our partners to ensure CP continues to make the most profitable marketing and operational decisions.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Provide valued financial insights that shape corporate decisions in areas such as, contract renewals, capital investments and strategic corporate strategies;
• Build and manage relationships with stakeholders, becoming a dependable financial expert that stakeholders can trust and rely on for financial advice;
• Provide timely and accurate costing information and analysis to Sales and Marketing teams, detailing cost drivers and insight into profitability;
• Provide economic and financial recommendation on Operational changes, including proactively identifying areas for margin improvement and working with Operations on implementation of initiatives;
• Provide support to cross-functional stakeholders to assess the financial viability of investment projects, using extensive knowledge of the network to analyze impact of changes;
• Develop financial information and articulate impacts of Sales and Marketing or Operational decision making to the corporations profitability metrics;
• Become an expert in managing costing data, continually look for improvements in the financial models and information systems, and work closely with stakeholders to understand and implement changes that will drive business results.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Undergraduate degree in Commerce/Finance, Accounting, Economics or other relevant fields;
• Strong modelling, qualitative and quantitative analytical skills;
• Proven ability to integrate disparate data and information into a common analysis;
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity to identify root causes and solve complex problems;
• Ability to understand and articulate complex issues, risks, and results to management and stakeholders of different work and educational backgrounds;
• Strong attention to detail and respect for deadlines;
• Strong organizational, time management, collaboration, and relationship management skills;
• Ability to bridge the gap between analytics and business understanding;
• Leadership skills including mentoring, change management, process review and improvement;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Proficient Excel skills and experience working with large volumes of data.  SAP experience is an asset;
• Experience in developing costs and assessing profitability for products or services, particularly in the rail or transportation industry, is an asset.

WHAT CP HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program 
• Annual Fitness Subsidy

WHAT CP HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program 
• Annual Fitness Subsidy

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with national presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:     

• Criminal history check
• Reference check

Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CP. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CP is an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act ("PIPEDA").