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Cost Accounting Manager in Saint John, NB

Cost Accounting Manager Job Description

A Cost Accounting Manager is a vital leader responsible for overseeing an organization's cost accounting functions, ensuring accurate product or service costing, inventory valuation, and profitability analysis. This role involves developing, implementing, and maintaining robust cost accounting systems, processes, and controls. This position demands strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a proven ability to lead and mentor an accounting team. Typically, 5-8 years of progressive experience in cost accounting or a related manufacturing/operational accounting role, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory or management capacity, is required. A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance is essential, and a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is highly preferred. A thorough understanding of Canadian manufacturing practices and relevant accounting standards is paramount.

Typical cost accounting manager duties:

Oversee all cost accounting operations, including inventory valuation, standard costing, and variance analysis.Develop, implement, and maintain cost accounting systems and processes.Analyze production costs, overheads, and inventory levels to identify cost-saving opportunities.Prepare detailed cost reports and provide insights on profitability by product, service, or project.Lead the cost accounting team, providing guidance, training, and performance management.Collaborate with operations, production, and supply chain teams to improve cost efficiency and accuracy.Ensure compliance with Canadian accounting standards (ASPE/IFRS) related to inventory and cost of goods sold.Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes.

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Salary for Cost Accounting Manager in Saint John, NB

92269 - 123488

Low
92269
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.
Mid
110075
The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.
High
123488
The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.
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