Cost Accountant

JOB DESCRIPTION
What We Offer :

• Flexible medical, dental, and vision plan
• Employee & family assistance program
• RRSP matching program
• Health & Wellness reimbursements
• Product purchase program
• Opportunities to take part in job-related training and development
• Relocation cost (if applicable)
• $61,425 - $91,900 ( please note that this is an estimate and actual pay will vary depending on experience, qualifications, and professional certifications. )

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Timely and accurate preparation of weekly and monthly financial statements, including journal entries.
• Participate in the calculation and delivery of the annual budget
• Timely and accurate preparation of both standard reporting requirements and ad hoc requests for groups such as: Toronto Site Departments, ICP Corporate, and Internal/External Audit
• Analyze variances between actual and budgeted expenses, providing insights and recommendations to ensure accuracy and completeness of the period end financial statements published for use by the leadership team, and investigate any large variance and input appropriate journal entries as required
• Reconcile various general ledger balance sheet accounts to ensure the integrity of the financial data:
  • Verify the authenticity of each amount that makes up the balance and investigate and resolve discrepancies found
  • Input journal entries as required based on reconciliation

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Professional accounting designation & business degree, or equivalent experience
• Knowledgeable in the financial needs of the organization (both corporate & operations)
• Ability to work independently
• Experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• High attention to detail with a strategic focus
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple objectives and prioritize assigned tasks (deadline oriented)
• Process oriented with knowledge or experience with J.D. Edwards, TM1, and Cognos
• Strong communication, influencing, and networking skills combined with the ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and clients alike

ABOUT US
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
ABOUT THE TEAM
At Irving Tissue, we know the key to success is our people.
We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products - including national brands Royale® in Canada and Scotties® in the US - and private label.
We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers.
Our parent company - J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the Irving Forest Supply Chain, which includes Irving Tissue, was declared carbon neutral for the first time in 2020 and each full year since.