Cost Accountant

Welcome to the unexpected delight of plant-based exploration! We're the creators of a revolutionary cheese alternative that tastes, shreds, melts and stretches like traditional cheese. Today, as plant-based food grows in popularity, that spirit of innovation continues to inspire our team.
We believe in pioneering plant-based breakthroughs that delight people and planet. Our portfolio of great tasting foods provide an opportunity for everyone to gather around the table, whether you have food allergies, are flexitarian, vegan, vegetarian, or just plant-based curious!
We're one big family of food-loving Daiyans, and we're always on the lookout for people who share our passion, our vision, and our ability to make each other smile.
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Manager of Financial Reporting, the Cost Accountant supports the Financial Reporting function by enhancing the cost accounting function and being a key business partner to operations to drive operational insights. The successful candidate will have a keen interest to learn the operations side of the business and be able to bridge seamlessly between accounting, ERP System/Data and operational processes.
Salary: $70-$80K annually
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set and maintain standard costs for all products that are purchased or manufactured in-house and with co-packers.
• Review, report, reconcile and follow up on COGS expenses.
• Perform financial close of manufacturing jobs that have been completed, with all variances posted.
• Perform analysis of production variance and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Review and examine inventory transactions to ensure they are recorded properly (receipts, issues, transfers, adjustments, invoices and credits).
• Support reporting requirements for funding and government credits (SR&ED, grants, etc).
• Prepare month-end reconciliation reports and journal entries related to COGS.
• Update and set up BOMs to reflect changes in raw materials and new products formulation.
• Recommend and drive continuous improvement projects.
• Complete special projects and other duties as required.

EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of progressive Accounting experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Post-secondary education with a focus on financial management.
• CPA Designated or near completion.
• Strong understanding of inventory and standard costing.
• Experience working with complex spreadsheets as well as planning or accounting systems.
• Understanding of MRP, SQL and ERP systems an asset.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Curious, high learning agility and growth orientated mind-set.
• Business partner mindset, interest in learning about manufacturing process through spending time in the production floor and building connections.
• Motivation to drive success for business, department and self.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative.
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Attention to detail, thoroughness and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft applications including Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.

BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation
• Extended Health benefits fully paid by Daiya for your family
• 3 weeks' vacation
• Flex days
• RRSP matching your retirement contributions
• Annual personal health and wellness fund
• Fun and creative environment
• Inspiring and innovative work
• Smart and passionate teams
• Making people and the planet a healthier place

At Daiya Foods, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment, one in which employees can bring their whole selves to work everyday. We welcome and celebrate differences because we believe a multitude of perspectives fosters innovation and will help us achieve our vision.
Daiya Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and prohibits discrimination of any kind. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, religion, marital or family status, age and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. We endeavor to recruit, develop, and retain the best talent from a diverse candidate pool and truly believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion among our team members is vital to our success as a company. We trust that in applying for a role with us you value this as well!