Cost Accounting Manager

The Cost Accounting Manager will oversee all technical aspects of the plant’s accounting resources, analysis and reporting of plant costing information. Accounts for and communicates financial operating results of the plant, identifying cost savings and risks. Serves as an integral part of the plant leadership team.  This position reports to the Director of Operations.

• Leadership and performance management of direct reports.
• Review and analysis of daily, weekly, and monthly cost reports, ensuring accuracy and relevance and providing feedback and adjustments where necessary.  
• Develop standard costs by reviewing and incorporating customer product specifications, creating educated assumptions and submitting information to assist in the new product decision making process 
• Financial Analysis:  Review future expectations, compare actuals to forecasts, communicate financial results, identifying trends/discrepancies and assist in decision making. 
• Facilitate and execute the annual budget process by partnering with all areas within the operations 
• Prepare monthly plant forecast, incorporating production usages, costs, and providing an educated and relevant estimate on future trends 
• Audit: partner with Corporate Finance to respond to external requests and align systems and processes to these requests 
• Identify opportunities and risks to make informed business decisions and exercise sound judgement in achieving the desired results.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)/Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or currently pursuing a professional accounting designation, is considered an asset.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, financial analysis, and financial reporting. 
• Experience in a manufacturing environment would be a strong asset.
• Strong technical aptitude with proven analytical skills and experience using accounting and business intelligence tools.
• Previous leadership or management experience is considered an asset.

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.