senior cost accountant

Posted on April 01, 2025 by Employer details Hireio

Senior Cost Accountant

Job Details

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Senior Cost Accountant will play a critical role in evaluating inventory costs and ensuring financial accuracy. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will be responsible for developing precise cost calculations and templates for audit and business planning purposes. You will work closely with the production, shipping, and receiving teams to ensure inventory accuracy and support the company’s financial reporting goals.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

1. Conduct inventory evaluations at month-end, quarter-end, and year-end.
2. Maintain accurate records of supply inventory and ensure correct valuation.
3. Collaborate with production, shipping, and receiving teams to streamline cost tracking.
4. Perform frequent inventory counts to verify accuracy.
5. Assist IT and company leadership in completing the inventory module in the ERP system.
6. Provide financial reporting and cost analysis, primarily focused on inventory valuation.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

1. 2+ years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing or seafood industry.
2. CPA, CMA, or CGA designation, or actively working toward CPA certification.
3. Strong Excel skills, with the ability to manage and analyze large datasets.
4. Understanding of IT systems and data flows related to cost tracking.
5. Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
6. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across departments.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

1. Experience in seafood processing, manufacturing, or fish plant operations.
2. Familiarity with ERP systems and inventory management software.
3. A hands-on, team-oriented approach with a proactive mindset.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Schedule:
* 8 hour shift

Experience:
* Cost accounting: 2 years (required)
* Manufacturing or seafood industry: 1 year (required)

Language:
* English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
* Chartered Professional Accountant (required)

Location: Vancouver, BC
Workplace Information: On site
Salary: $80,000 to $90,000 YEAR annually
Terms of Employment: Full time
Starts: As soon as possible
Vacancies: 1 vacancy