South Africa: Senior Cost Accountant- Vancouver, BC CANADA posted by Christopher Alexandra Recruitment
Posted on 2025-07-15 00:00:00
| Employer | Christopher Alexandra Recruitment |
|---|---|
| Category | FMCG Retail |
| Location | South Africa / South Africa |
Job Summary
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 companys financial reporting goals.
WHAT YOULL DO
- Conduct inventory evaluations at month-end, quarter-end, and year-end.
- Maintain accurate records of supply inventory and ensure correct valuation.
- Collaborate with production, shipping, and receiving teams to streamline cost tracking.
- Perform frequent inventory counts to verify accuracy.
- Assist IT and company leadership in completing the inventory module in the ERP system.
- Provide financial reporting and cost analysis, primarily focused on inventory valuation.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE
- 2+ years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing or seafood industry.
- CPA, CMA, or CGA designation, or actively working toward CPA certification.
- Strong Excel skills, with the ability to manage and analyze large datasets.
- Understanding of IT systems and data flows related to cost tracking.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across departments.
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
- Experience in seafood processing, manufacturing, or fish plant operations.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and inventory management software.
- A hands-on, team-oriented approach with a proactive mindset.
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU
The client prioritizes taking care of their team and rewarding contributions. A part of their dedicated, growing, dynamic team, you can expect:
- Competitive salary of $80k – $90k to reward your hard work and contributions.
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits to prioritize you and your familys health.
- Opportunity for career growth within a well-established, industry-leading company.
- Deferred profit-sharing plan and performance-based bonus structure.
- A positive and collaborative work environment dedicated to health and safety.
- 2 weeks of vacation to help you recharge and achieve healthy work-life balance.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment that values expertise and hands-on leadership.
Additional pay:
- Bonus pay
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
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