Cost Accountant

Job Purpose and Duties Reporting to the Controller, the Cost Accountant provides financial and analytical support to the plant management. The successful candidate will ensure data integrity of the plant’s production and financial reporting in accordance with established corporate standards and requirements and will also play a key role in cost forecasting, controls and the development and continuous improvement of financial procedures and processes in both the Finance and Operations functions. This is a fixed‑term contract role due to a temporary vacancy. Qualifications University degree in Accounting or Finance Certified Professional Accounting Designation, or nearing completion Ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through 4 or more years of related experience Experience with the standard costing process Must be able to adapt to new and different computer programs and software to enable efficient data gathering and analysis Excellent problem-solving ability, attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to research, compile, analyze and interpret data Good written, verbal communication and collaborative skills Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office products Ability to analyze and reconcile complex accounts and reserves Ability to work independently under minimal supervision Knowledge JDE system preferred ABOUT US Sofina Foods is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse workforce. Job applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact our Recruitment Team at [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and your request will be responded to as soon as possible. HOW TO APPLY If you are looking for full-time work near Hanover, please submit your resume through indeed. We do not use artificial intelligence or automated tools to make decisions about your application We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Each of us at has a single purpose : excelling in the poultry industry. Every day. And at every level.

The Cost Accountant provides financial and analytical support to plant management while ensuring data integrity in production and financial reporting. They are responsible for cost forecasting, controls, and the continuous improvement of financial procedures within the Finance and Operations functions.

Candidates must hold a university degree in Accounting or Finance and possess a professional accounting designation or be nearing completion. At least 4 years of related experience, specifically with standard costing processes, is required.

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• Cost accounting
• Financial reporting
• Data integrity
• Cost forecasting
• Financial analysis
• Standard costing
• Problem-solving
• Data gathering
• Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Account reconciliation
• JDE system

• Finance & Accounting
• Manufacturing
• Food & Beverage

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week