Senior Cost Accountant

GAMARC Consulting; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

GAMARC Consulting in Vancouver seeks a Senior Cost Accountant to analyze inventory costs and support audits and planning. You will work with production, shipping, and receiving to ensure inventory integrity and contribute to financial reporting with a focus on cost accuracy.

The role requires at least 2 years in cost accounting, CPA designation or in progress, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with ERP inventory modules.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' cost accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or seafood.
• Advanced Excel skills for large datasets and reporting.
• Strong understanding of IT systems and data flows in cost management.
• Attention to detail with excellent problem solving.
• Effective communicator with cross-department collaboration.
• CPA/CMA/CGA designation or CPA pursuit.

Responsibilities

• Perform inventory assessments at month-, quarter-, and year-end closings.
• Maintain detailed records of supply inventory and valuations.
• Collaborate with production, shipping, and receiving to optimize cost tracking.
• Conduct regular inventory counts to verify data accuracy.
• Assist IT and leadership with implementing the ERP inventory module.
• Provide financial reporting and cost analysis focused on inventory valuation.

Skills

Cost accounting experience

Excel proficiency

IT systems/data flows

Problem solving

Cross-functional communication

Education

CPA/CMA/CGA designation or CPA in progress

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory management software

Job description

The Senior Cost Accountant will be essential in analyzing inventory costs and maintaining financial accuracy. Reporting to the CFO, this role will focus on creating detailed cost calculations and templates to support audits and business planning initiatives. You will work closely with production, shipping, and receiving teams to ensure inventory integrity and contribute to the companys financial reporting objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform inventory assessments at month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of supply inventory and ensure correct valuations.
• Collaborate with production, shipping, and receiving teams to optimize cost tracking processes.
• Conduct regular inventory counts to verify data accuracy.
• Assist IT and leadership teams in implementing the inventory module within the ERP system.
• Provide financial reporting and cost analysis with a primary focus on inventory valuation.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in cost accounting, preferably in manufacturing or the seafood industry.
• CPA, CMA, or CGA designation, or currently pursuing CPA certification.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, with the ability to manage and analyze large datasets.
• Strong understanding of IT systems and data flows associated with cost management.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail.
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in seafood processing, manufacturing, or fish plant operations.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and inventory management software.
• Proactive, hands-on approach with a team-oriented mindset.