Cost Accountant

Doman Building Materials Group Ltd; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the building materials industry is seeking a Cost Accountant in Downtown Vancouver. This full-time position involves cost accounting, financial reporting, and inventory analysis. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing setting, and will possess strong analytical and organizational skills.

Benefits

Annual incentive plan based on company performance

Group pension plan with employer-matching contributions

Health benefits

Purchase stock at a discounted price

Fitness reimbursement

Commuting expense reimbursement

Education reimbursement

Professional Development reimbursement

Discounts on product purchases

Employee referral bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in cost accounting.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Manufacturing experience in building materials is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Participate in completing month-end close under tight deadlines.
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations and GST/PST/QST returns.
• Analyze and prepare journal entries for accrual, prepayment, and inventory.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Strong verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Post secondary education in Finance or Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Cost Accountant

Downtown Vancouver

On-site, Full Time

Reference Number: CAN-BC-NO-090-060625

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Cost Accountant is responsible for a variety of cost accounting and financial reporting functions for a division of Doman.

EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

• Participate in completing month-end close under tight reporting deadlines.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliation.
• Prepare monthly GST/PST/QST returns.
• Analyze and prepare monthly journal entries for accrual, prepayment and inventory accounts.
• Inventory costing monitoring and analysis.
• Maintain inventory database with regards to items coding.
• Oversee the accounting related process of the work order process and provide support and guidance as needed.
• In collaborating with the internal audit department participate in evaluating and improving accounting process and internal controls within the division.
• Monthly reporting and variance analysis on financial results.
• Participate in division's annual budgeting process.
• Coordinate with Treasury for division's daily cash requirements.
• Assist with preparing notes to financial statements.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Minimum 2 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Analytical mindset to participate in evaluating accounting processes and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work under tight reporting deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of the employees, management, and external agencies.
• Experience working with ERP systems is an asset.
• Manufacturing experience in building materials or related industry considered an asset.

EDUCATION

• Post secondary education in Finance or Accounting

Benefits

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• The typical hiring range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000 annually. The base pay offered is based on geographical location and may vary depending on the applicant's job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Similar positions located in other geographical locations may not necessarily receive the same salary range. The compensation information is an estimate and provided to meet with applicable provincial Pay Transparency legislation

As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for:

• Annual incentive plan based on company performance
• Group pension plan with employer-matching contributions
• Health benefits
• Purchase Doman Building Materials Group Ltd. stock at a discounted price

OTHER WORK-RELATED BENEFITS

• Fitness reimbursement
• Commuting expense reimbursement: 100% transit and 50% parking costs
• Education reimbursement
• Professional Development reimbursement
• Scholarships for children
• Discounts on product purchases
• Great opportunity for complimentary sports event tickets and concerts
• Employee referral bonus
• Annual Service Awards

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: full time, year round

HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday, 8am-4:30pm

WORK LOCATION: Suite 1600 - 1100 Melville Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 4A6

Doman welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.

We thank you for your interest; however, we will only contact candidates selected for interviews.

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