Job Description

Job Title

Cost Accountant

Location:

Calgary, AB

Department:

Accounting

Reports to:

Senior Plant Accountant/Controller

Key Relationships:

Finance, Operations, and Sales Team

Role Purpose/ Summary:

Decibel is looking for a Cost Accountant working out of the manufacturing facility ("the Plant"). This critical Cost Accountant role will (work closely with the Plant Accountant to ensure maintaining adequate internal controls, while timely and properly costing and closing of work orders, accurately reporting on inventory, updating BoM's, and creating new products and investigating operational variances, when needed.

About us:

Decibel is uncompromising in the process and craftsmanship needed to deliver the highest quality cannabis products and retail experiences. Decibel has three production houses operating or under development along with its wholly owned retail business, Prairie Records. More information can be found at www.decibelcc.com.

Our culture:

A collaborative work environment that is supportive and encouraging. We celebrate the collective and believe every role on the team is pivotal - regardless of years of experience.


Our current team is close knit. Anyone who joins the team will be a compliment to the positive, determined energy that flows through dB. You can expect to learn a lot quickly, from passionate and experienced individuals who are committed to supporting your growth.


We live by our "Actions to Live By". We Grind (persistence and resourcefulness), We Craft (taking care in every detail) and We Care (inclusive and passionate about our business).

Key responsibilities:

Ongoing analysis of product costs Fieldwork on investigating and explaining production variances Update and support standard costing system by updating product costs and BoM's on a regular basis Quote costs for new products for product development, marketing, and sales group Support in overseeing accurate inventory reporting by ensuring receptions and consumptions are carried out in a timely manner, counts are conducted according to established procedures/timeline, and variances are investigated, explained, and reported Daily review and input of inventory invoices against receipts and outstanding purchase orders Support monthly reporting of CRA B300 Cannabis Duty and Information Return under Excise Act and B301 Application for a Refund of Cannabis Duty under the Excise Act Adherence to internal controls and recommending additional controls, where needed Contribute and support quarter end, year end close and budget processes Other duties as requested by your manager

Key competencies:

Strong written and verbal communication skills High attention to detail and processes Problem solving mentality Strong sense of accountability and rigor Able to multi-task efficiently and perform under tight deadlines

Qualifications:

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or similar, with 3-5 years of relevant experience is required Working knowledge of cost accounting in manufacturing industry 3-5 years working with ERP systems such as Sage X3 or other similar system Must have a strong understanding of best accounting practice Outstanding skills in analyzing financial data and promptly generating accurate reports 2-3 years of experience preparing project budgets and financial forecasts Highly proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office programs, particularly Excel, is a required skillset

What we can offer you:

Competitive base salary. Group health and dental benefits through Group Source. Huge opportunities for career progression as our organization continues to grow. A leadership team dedicated to every employee' s development and success.

Closing remarks:

We'll be evaluating the ideal candidate against these three things:


1) If they're a team player with a can-do attitude.


2) If they've demonstrated the ability to grow and develop their skillset.


3) If they are inspired to innovate and continuously improve the way they do their work.

A lot of the above skills can be taught but bottom line is, we're most interested in those who have the right attitude.

Not sure if you're the right fit but still curious? Reach out, we'd love to chat!

Equal opportunity employer:

Decibel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Decibel does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications and business need.