Manufacturing Plant Cost Accountant

Eccomfg; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the HVAC manufacturing sector is seeking a Manufacturing Plant Cost Accountant. This role involves maintaining the financial integrity of operations through detailed cost analysis and will require occasional travel. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, with strong accounting and analytical skills, and proficiency in accounting software and Excel. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing customer satisfaction and fostering growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and analyze cost accounting systems.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

University degree in related field

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Do you seek out ways to cut costs and improve efficiency?

Are you capable of communicating effectively across various teams?

ABOUT OUR COMPANY :

For over 60 years, The ECCO Group has experienced consistent expansion, with our manufacturing sector dominating the sheet metal HVAC market in Western Canada. Our ECCO Supply division offers comprehensive wholesale distribution services for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) supplies and equipment. With sales branches situated in manufacturing and distribution hubs across Western and Central Canada, we are now extending our team into the United States. We are seeking individuals who are enthusiastic about enhancing customer satisfaction and fostering substantial market expansion to join our organization as we continue to grow.

ABOUT THE POSITION :

We are currently seeking a talented and detail-oriented Manufacturing Plant Cost Accountant to join our team in Calgary. In this essential role, you will uphold the financial integrity of our operations through precise cost analysis, budgeting, and financial reporting. By collaborating closely with production, procurement, and finance teams, you’ll drive cost efficiencies and support strategic decision-making across the organization.

While this position is primarily based at our manufacturing facility in Calgary, it will require occasional travel to our Langley, BC plant and our finance department in Edmonton. If you want to work in an exciting and dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity today!

DUTIES :

• Maintain and analyze cost accounting systems.
• Analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements from Finance Team.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts.
• Conduct regular inventory reconciliations and physical inventory counts.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.

ABOUT THE IDEAL CANDIDATE :

• University graduate or equivalent in a related field of study.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, inventory management, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.