Senior Cost Accountant

Cavendish Farms; Wheatley; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company located in Wheatley, Ontario is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to support operational efficiency and financial planning. The candidate will be responsible for analyzing production costs, preparing cost reports, and assisting in strategic decision-making. Applicants should have a strong background in cost accounting, proficiency in ERP systems, and effective leadership skills. Ideal for those with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing setup.
• Ability to develop reports and analyze data to guide senior leadership.
• Experience in month-end and year-end close processes.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and monitor manufacturing costs and variances.
• Prepare cost reports and financial statements for management.
• Develop standard costing and lead month-end close processes.

Skills

Cost accounting experience

ERP systems proficiency

Advanced Excel skills

Leadership and mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Post secondary education in accounting or finance

Professional accounting designation

Tools

JD Edwards

Oracle

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Cost Accountant plays a key role in supporting operational efficiency and financial planning by analyzing production costs, preparing reports, and assisting in strategic decision-making. This role collaborates closely with plant operations, finance, procurement and supply chain to ensure accurate costing and inventory control.

Location: Wheatley Ontario

Responsibilities

• Analyze and monitor manufacturing costs and variances.
• Prepare cost reports and financial statements to provide insights for management decision making.
• Prepare, analyze and present budgets and forecasts.
• Develop standard costing.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes related to cost accounting.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement in cost tracking and reporting systems.

Qualifications

• Post secondary education in accounting, finance or similar field of study.
• 3 years’ of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
• A professional accounting designation.
• Proficient with ERP systems (JD Edwards/Oracle a plus).
• Advanced in Excel with the ability to develop reports and analyze data to provide strong recommendations to senior leadership.
• Supervisory experience with a demonstrated ability to lead, coach and mentor.
• Proven ability to work cross functionally.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Cavendish Farms is a family-run company, where our team members are never just a number. We work from seed-to-table, providing opportunities to explore and grow. Headquartered in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen potato products and appetizers throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have Manufacturing facilities in PEI, Ontario, Alberta, and North Dakota and farm operations in the Maritimes and Minnesota and North Dakota. We also operate a research and plant breeding centre in PEI to develop new potato varieties and sustainable potato farming practices.

We have a proud history of values, quality and service, And bringing the goodness of the farm to the table is what we do best.