Analyst Costing Analysis

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CPKC is seeking an Analyst, Costing Analysis, in Calgary for a full‑time onsite role that drives profitability through data‑driven financial insights across Sales & Marketing, Finance and Operations. You will deliver actionable cost and margin analysis to guide contract renewals and capital investments, maintain forecasts and operating metrics, and build automated financial models that simplify complex data. You’ll partner with cross‑functional stakeholders to translate insights into practical decisions and continuously improve costing data and systems. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance or related field, can consolidate large datasets, communicates clearly, and uses advanced Excel; rail or transportation data experience is a strong plus. Benefits include pension, ESPP, incentive plan, fitness subsidy, study support; travel 0‑10% possible. To apply, highlight data‑driven costing, forecasting and demonstrated impact across functions.

Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada, and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The Analyst – Costing Analysis will play a strategic role in driving profitability and sustainable growth through data-driven financial insights. Collaborating with stakeholders across Sales & Marketing, Finance, and Operations, the role involves providing timely analysis to guide revenue opportunities, optimize margins, and support executive decision-making. If you're a proactive problem-solver with expertise in costing analysis, this is your opportunity to make a direct impact on organizational success

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Deliver actionable financial insights focused on cost and profitability to guide corporate decisions on contract renewals, capital investments, and strategic initiatives, while evaluating future revenue opportunities across North America
• Recommend data-driven economic and financial solutions for operational improvements, proactively identifying margin optimization opportunities and collaborating with operations to implement impactful initiatives
• Manage and maintain the forecast and budget of operating metrics, ensuring alignment with corporate goals while delivering valuable insights into operational drivers and efficiencies to support strategic decision-making
• Provide timely and accurate costing information and analysis to Sales and Marketing teams, detailing cost drivers and insight into profitability
• Partner with stakeholders, becoming a dependable financial expert that stakeholders can trust and rely on for strategic financial advice
• Get alignment to cross-functional stakeholders to assess the financial viability of investment projects, understanding our network to drive meaningful revenue opportunities
• Automate processes, enhance workflows, and build complex financial models to simplify data analysis and support data-driven decisions
• 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:

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce/Finance, Accounting, Economics or other relevant fields
• Proven ability to consolidate large volumes of disparate data into a cohesive financial analysis that supports strategic decision‑making
• Strong intellectual curiosity and problem‑solving mindset, consistently identifying root causes, cost drivers, and margin improvement opportunities
• Skilled in explaining complex financial concepts, risks, and results to stakeholders 
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate, timely costing and forecasting insights
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, effectively balancing multiple priorities while collaborating across cross-functional teams
• Adept at translating analytical outputs into clear business insights, bridging the gap between financial modeling and operational understanding
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and build trust with stakeholders seeking financial guidance
• Advanced Excel skills with extensive experience analyzing large datasets, building financial models, and automating workflows
• Experience developing cost models and assessing product or service profitability, with exposure to transportation or rail industry data considered a strong advantage
  
  

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Performance incentive plan
• Annual fitness subsidy
• Part-time studies program

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Background Investigation

• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Professional references

BECOMING A RAILROADER:

As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Management Conductor Program

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

CULTURE OF INCLUSION:

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

• Req ID: 105531
• Department: Network & Capacity Management
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Calgary, Alberta
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 5
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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