Senior Cost Analyst - 9 Months in Brampton

Senior Financial Analyst (Costing) – Contract

Our internationally known CPG client is seeking a hands‑on Senior Financial Analyst (Costing) for a 9‑month contract to support post‑implementation optimization following the rollout of SAP S/4HANA. This role will focus on analyzing and resolving material Purchase Price Variances (PPVs) that are impacting financial performance.

What You’ll Do

• 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

What You Bring

• Proven experience as a Senior Financial 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

• Experience in a manufacturing or consumer goods environment
• Exposure to post‑ERP implementation environments

Work Arrangement & Compensation

• Hybrid: 3 days/week in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)

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.