Cost Accountant

Vecima Networks Inc.

Canada

Hybrid

CAD 115,000 - 130,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Vecima Networks Inc. is seeking a Cost Accountant to analyze and report on manufacturing and operational costs across the organization.

You’ll work with operations, procurement, inventory, and finance to ensure accurate product costing, variance analysis, and financial reporting. Responsibilities include maintaining standard costs, analyzing production costs, investigating variances, and preparing monthly cost reports.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
CPA designation preferred or in progress.
3-5+ years of accounting or cost accounting experience.
Experience in manufacturing environments preferred.
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, JDE, or similar.
Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, Power Query, financial modeling).
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
Knowledge of internal controls and financial reporting processes.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Maintain and update standard costs for products, materials, and labor.
Analyze actual production costs and compare against standard costs.
Investigate and explain purchase price, labor, manufacturing, and inventory variances.
Perform margin and profitability analysis by product, customer, and business segment.
Support inventory valuation and cost allocation methodologies.
Prepare monthly and quarterly cost accounting reports.
Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries and reconciliations.
Analyze overhead and absorption rates.
Support internal and external audits.

Skills

Cost accounting

Variance analysis

Financial modeling

PivotTables

Power Query

Analytical thinking

Communication to non-financial

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Commerce

CPA designation preferred or in progress

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

JDE

Job description

Vecima Networks is leading the global evolution to the multi-gigabit, content-rich networks of the future. Our talented people deliver future-ready software, services, and integrated platforms that power broadband and video streaming networks, monitor and manage transportation, and transform experiences in homes, businesses, and everywhere people connect.

We help our customers evolve their networks with cloud-based solutions that deliver ground-breaking speed, superior video quality, and exciting new services to their subscribers. There is power in connectivity – it enables people, businesses, and communities to grow and thrive. Learn more at vecima.com.

Position Summary:

The Cost Accountant is responsible for analyzing, monitoring, and reporting on manufacturing and operational costs to support business decision-making and financial performance. This role works closely with operations, manufacturing engineering, procurement, inventory, and finance teams to ensure accurate product costing, inventory valuation, variance analysis, budgeting, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

Cost Accounting & Analysis

Maintain and update standard costs for products, materials, and labor.
Analyze actual production costs and compare against standard costs.
Investigate and explain purchase price, labor, manufacturing, and inventory variances.
Perform margin and profitability analysis by product, customer, and business segment.
Support inventory valuation and cost allocation methodologies.

Inventory Management

Reconcile inventory balances and investigate discrepancies.
Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.
Monitor inventory reserves, obsolescence, and slow-moving inventory.
Ensure inventory transactions are accurately recorded in the ERP system.
Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end inventory reporting activities.
Prepare monthly and quarterly cost accounting reports.
Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
Analyze manufacturing overhead and absorption rates.
Support internal and external audit requirements.
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and internal controls.
Complete Ad-Hoc reporting and projects as assigned and assist with other duties as required

Budgeting & Forecasting

Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
Provide cost assumptions and analysis to support operational planning.
Monitor actual results against budgets and forecasts.
Maintain Landed Standard Cost in Salesforce
Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.

Business Partnering

Partner with operations and production teams to improve cost visibility and operational efficiency.
Provide financial analysis to support pricing, capital investment, and strategic initiatives.
Develop and maintain cost models for new and existing products.
Participate in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

Position requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
Professional accounting designation (CPA) preferred or in progress.
3-5+ years of accounting or cost accounting experience.
Experience in manufacturing, industrial, mining, construction, or production environments preferred.
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, JDE, or similar.
Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and inventory accounting.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, Power Query, and financial modeling.
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
Knowledge of internal controls and financial reporting processes.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Salary Range: $115,000 - $130,000 CAD annually.

At Vecima, everyone contributes and makes an impact. We foster an open, caring, and innovative work environment where creativity and communication thrive. We always strive to be our best and recognize achievements and wins that fuel individual and company growth. Together, we create the breakthroughs that lead the industry forward.

Vecima offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and strives to provide a challenging work environment that can foster skill development and personal career growth for all employees.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

We are fueled by the innovation, leadership, and passion of today’s top talent. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we want to hear from you!

Vecima Recruitment Process

Vecima takes great care to protect your privacy and personal information throughout the recruitment process.

All legitimate email communications and job offers will come from a @vecima.com email address. If you receive a suspicious message, please contact your Vecima representative directly to verify its legitimacy.

Follow the application instructions carefully
Complete all required fields and upload necessary documents

Initial Screening

If shortlisted, you will receive an email or phone call from a Vecima HR Business Partner for:
A brief conversation about your background
Basic questions about availability, salary expectations, and interest in the role

Interviews

Phone/Video Interviews: First round with HR or the hiring manager
Technical/Skills Assessments: If applicable, complete a test or assignment
In-Person or Final Interviews: Meet with hiring managers or team members; could be a panel

Reference & Background Checks