Senior Cost Accountant

Harbinger Network Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental and logistics organization in Hamilton seeks a Senior Cost Accountant who will oversee and optimize their cost accounting framework. The role focuses on accurate financial reporting, cost analysis, and collaboration with various teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with 4-7 years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, and hands-on ERP skills. The company offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, along with onsite collaboration opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Onsite collaboration opportunities

Qualifications

• 4–7+ years of cost accounting experience in relevant fields.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and inventory accounting.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize the company’s cost accounting framework.
• Analyze operational costs and prepare monthly cost reports.
• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and financial standards.

Skills

Cost analysis

Inventory accounting

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics)

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CPA-in-progress

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Our client is a leading environmental and logistics organization committed to sustainable operations, innovative service delivery, and continuous improvement. With large-scale operations across multiple sites, they are seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Cost Accountant to strengthen their financial reporting and operational cost oversight.

Position Summary

The Senior Cost Accountant will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing the company’s cost accounting framework, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and meaningful cost insights for leadership. This role partners closely with operations, logistics, procurement, and finance teams to support strategic decision‑making. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced, operational environment and brings proven experience in cost analysis, inventory accounting, and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Accounting & Analysis

• Lead all cost accounting activities, including product costing, job costing, standard cost development, and variance analysis.

• Analyze operational costs across logistics, environmental services, transportation, and supply chain functions to identify trends and opportunities.

• Prepare monthly cost reports, margin analyses, and performance dashboards for senior leadership.

• Review and maintain cost structures, pricing models, and financial assumptions.

Inventory & Operational Accounting

• Oversee inventory accounting, cycle counts, reconciliations, and valuation across multiple sites.

• Partner with operations to validate inventory movements, scrap, waste, and production metrics.

• Support implementation and maintenance of strong internal controls related to inventory and cost processes.

Financial Reporting & Controls

• Prepare monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and cost‑related financial statements.

• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, financial standards, and audit requirements.

• Assist in budget development, forecasting, and annual standard cost updates.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with operations, logistics, procurement, and finance to provide cost insights and operational transparency.

• Support business case development, cost‑saving analyses, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Participate in system enhancements, ERP optimization, and process improvements in the cost accounting function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CPA‑in‑progress preferred.

• 4–7+ years of cost accounting experience, ideally in environmental services, manufacturing, logistics, or industrial operations.

• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, inventory accounting, and standard costing.

• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics, or similar).

• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, modeling).

• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

• Ability to work onsite full‑time at the Stoney Creek facility.

What the Company Offers

• Competitive salary range of $75,000 – $100,000

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Onsite role with strong collaboration across operations and finance

Contact Harbinger Network:

Harbinger Network Inc. is a Canadian‑based firm that serves companies across Canada, a diverse Network of Recruiters, and expertise in over 10 major disciplines. Our mission is to build meaningful careers for Professionals and develop powerhouse teams for all Businesses across Canada.

To apply for the position of Senior Cost Accountant in confidence, please submit your resume to:

Amy Schell, Client Development

Contact phone number: 905‑257‑9691 Ext 114

Contact email address: [e-mail]

To learn more about Harbinger Network visit www.harbingernetwork.ca or contact us at 905‑257‑9691. #HNiJobs