Cost Accounting and Accounts Payable Manager

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense solutions company is seeking a Cost Accounting and Accounts Payable Manager to oversee the cost accounting function and manage the accounts payable team. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and experience in both cost accounting and accounts payable operations. Join a company that prioritizes employee well-being with competitive pay and a supportive culture.

Benefits

RRSP with Employer Match

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Competitive Pay

Referral Program

Recognition Program

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 2 in a supervisory role.
• Deep understanding of cost accounting principles and variance analysis.
• Ability to manage projects and mentor a team.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing cost accounting functions and managing the accounts payable team.
• Performing cost variance analysis and preparing budget-related reports.
• Ensuring timely processing of invoices and optimizing AP processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cost control

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Cost Accounting and Accounts Payable Manager

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As the Cost Accounting Manager, you are responsible for overseeing the cost accounting function and managing the accounts payable team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate cost tracking, product costing, variance analysis, and timely and efficient processing of vendor payments. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of accounting principles, and experience in both cost accounting and accounts payable operations.

Location: Ottawa, ON

We Take Care of Our People

RRSP with Employer Match I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Competitive Pay I Referral Program I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge

Cost Accounting:

• Develops, implements, and maintains policies, and procedures for Cost Accounting Department.
• Manages the cost accounting staff to complete projects. Ensures that company policies are followed regarding financial reporting requirements
• Maintain and update standard cost systems and analyze manufacturing costs.
• Oversees the gathering of historical cost data, investigation of cost structures, and preparation of budget versus actual expenses.
• Oversees budget preparation as it relates to inventory, material cost, warranty, obsolescence and operations departments
• Perform cost variance analysis (material, labor, overhead) and communicate findings to operations.
• Support inventory valuation, including cycle counts and physical inventory.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain teams to improve cost efficiencies.
• Prepare cost-related reports and assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
  
  

Accounts Payable

• Supervise the accounts payable team, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Oversee month-end AP closing activities, including accruals and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Optimize AP processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  
  

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
• Ability to manage projects, deadlines, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Proven ability to manage and mentor a team of cost accountants.
• Deep understanding of cost accounting principles, including cost allocation, variance analysis, budgeting, and cost control
• 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
  
  

Who We Are

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

At our world-class manufacturing and design facility in Ottawa, Ontario, we manufacture rugged products optimized for high-mix, high quality and small batch sizes typical of military requirements. Equipped with the latest assembly, cleaning, coating and inspection equipment, our operations are AS9100 and ISO-9001 certified and we comply with the highest standards of workmanship defined by IPC and J-STD specifications. All materials and processes are controlled by our enterprise-wide SAP and MES systems which offer full component traceability to individual products by serial number.

To learn more visit Ottawa, Ontario | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com)

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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