Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: COST ACCOUNTANT

Reports to: Controller

Direct Reports: None.

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Controller, the Cost Accountant will be responsible for all cost analysis, product cost and margin analysis for the manufacturing process. He/she will ensure that the financial information provided in the internal reports are timely and accurate. The Cost Accountant plays a key role in controlling and reducing operational costs.

Position Duties:

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by employees in this position. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of the role. Employees in this position may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional duties as required.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform cost accounting activities covering material, labour, overhead, sales costs, freight costs and other costs
• Plan, study and collect data to determine the full costs per product type
• Analyze and determine the standard costs to be implemented in the process of calculating absorption costs and properly recording transactions to the general ledger
• Review the effectiveness of current analysis systems and work to develop the tools necessary to effectively review costs
• Be part of the training efforts to management and supervision for the proper monitoring of cost management practices
• Maintain the analytical accounting system
• Prepare periodic internal reports maintaining the highest quality, reliability, and accuracy
• Conduct variance analyses between actual costs and standard costs and provide reports explain these variances
• Analyze and explain inventory cycle count discrepancies and support cycle counts on all inventoried items
• Provide management with reports specifying the factors affecting prices and profitability
• Perform sales analysis by customer/product/region
• Analyze changes in product design, raw materials, or manufacturing methods to determine cost effects
• Provide cost estimates for new and proposed products
• Assist in the month-end closing process
• Participate in the creation of annual budgets

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, cost accounting experience required

Licenses/Certificates:

• CPA accounting designation or working towards

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient with use of ERP systems and ability to pull detail data to support account analysis
• The ideal candidate will have a well-rounded background in cost accounting, financial analysis, and ERP systems maintenance
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs: Advanced proficiency in Excel
• Proven problem solving and strong analytical skills with an eye for detail
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work in a cross-functional team environment
• Assertive, self-motivated and goal oriented

Working Conditions:

This job is performed in an office environment, and generally requires 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing. Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling may be required from time to time. Frequent computer use, involving visual concentration and significant fine finger dexterity, is also required in this role.

Hours of Work:

• Monday to Friday (8:30 am – 5:00 pm)
• 1-hour lunch (unpaid)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cornwall, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (preferred)

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