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Manufacturing Cost Accountant
Description
About Oxygen8
At Oxygen8, we create healthy spaces for people to live, work, and play in an energy-efficient way. Since 2020, Oxygen8 has developed and manufactured high-efficiency Energy Recovery Ventilation Systems that improve the health and wellness of schools, offices, senior care facilities and multi-unit residential buildings.
Oxygen8 was recognized in 2024 by Deloitte as the Fastest Growing Sustainable Technology in North America, Company of the Year Scale by the BC Technology Association and an Export Star by EDC. Our company has grown revenues to $32M in 2024 and expects another 50% growth in 2025, has over 240 team members, and is profitable. We have strong strategic partnerships with Daikin and Viessman, 2 of the world’s leading HVAC companies. At Oxygen8, we make #freshairthatfits.
About the Role
The Manufacturing Cost Accountant plays a key role in supporting the accuracy and integrity of product costing, inventory valuation and financial reporting within Oxygen8’s manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Controller, this role partners closely with Accounting, Purchasing, Inventory, and Operations teams to ensure costs are properly captured, analyzed, and reported.
This position is well suited for an intermediate-level accounting professional with a strong foundation in cost accounting and manufacturing finance, who is comfortable working independently, supporting financial reporting, and contributing to process improvements as the business scales.
This position is based out of our production facility office in Burnaby, BC, with a potential hybrid option.
Key Responsibilities
Cost Accounting & Inventory
- Maintain and analyze product costs, including material, labour, and overhead absorption
- Support inventory accounting, including valuation, reconciliation, and variance analysis
- Monitor and analyze cost variances (standard vs. actual), investigating root causes and partnering with Operations on corrective actions
- Support bill of materials (BOM) accuracy, cost roll-ups, and changes within the ERP system
- Collaborate with Purchasing and Operations to ensure accurate cost capture and alignment with manufacturing processes
Financial Reporting & Month-End Close
- Support financial reporting activities, including preparation of schedules, reconciliations, and analysis
- Assist with month-end and year-end close, including inventory, WIP, and COGS-related journal entries and reconciliations
- Prepare and review balance sheet and income statement reconciliations related to inventory and cost accounts
- Support internal and external audit requirements by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries
Process Improvement & Documentation
- Identify opportunities to improve costing methodologies, controls, and accounting processes
- Support ERP system enhancements and data integrity related to costing and inventory
- Maintain and update costing and inventory-related accounting documentation
Cross-functional Collaboration
- Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to support cost visibility and informed decision-making
- Provide ad hoc cost analysis and financial insights to support operational and business initiatives
Experience and Skills
- Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, overhead and standard costing
- Experience supporting financial reporting, reconciliations and month-end close
- Proficiency in MS Office and advanced Excel skills
- ERP system experience is required
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
About You
- Minimum 3 years of progressive cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
- CPA considered an asset
- Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or Business Administration
- Ability to work independently while meeting tight reporting deadlines
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
- High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism
Working with Oxygen8
At Oxygen8, we strongly believe in building a team that works well together, and we are committed to creating an environment that is inclusive and provides the space for individuals to learn and grow. We are proud to offer the following benefits to our team members:
- Employee Stock Option Plan
- Health and Dental Benefit Coverage from day 1
- 3 Weeks Paid Vacation
- Company Team Building Events
- Paid Volunteer Day
- Personal Development and Training Opportunities
Compensation:
- Total Compensation: $70,000 - $95,000
Location:
- Onsite at our head office location at 5085 North Fraser Way, Burnaby, BC, V5J 0J2
- Occasionally, may be required to visit our other facility at 1575 Vernon Drive, Vancouver, BC V6A 3P8
- Hybrid work may be considered after 3 months
Compensation
$70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year