Job Description

Join Bioriginal, a global leader in nutritional innovation with over 30 years of expertise and recent expansion through multiple acquisitions within the last two years. We blend scientifically sourced ingredients to create unique solutions, driving trends in the Food and Nutraceutical sectors since 1993.


Headquartered in Saskatoon, Canada, with facilities across the USA, Europe, and Asia, Bioriginal offers customized solutions that empower our clients to succeed in a competitive market. We're committed to nurturing talent and providing growth opportunities in a dynamic environment where innovation shapes the future of nutritional health.


Position Summary:


We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Cost Accountant to join our Finance team. This role is responsible for analyzing and maintaining cost records, supporting financial reporting, and assisting with various accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for continuous improvement.


Responsibilities & Expectations:


Cost Accounting:
Analyze manufacturing and operational costs to support pricing, budgeting, and profitability decisions.
Maintain and update cost standards and inventory valuation.
Monitor cost variances and investigate discrepancies.
Assist in the preparation of cost forecasts and budgets.
Collaborate with operations and procurement teams to ensure accurate cost tracking and reporting.
General Accounting Support:
Perform account reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts.
Generate accounting and financial reports to support business decisions.
Assist with month-end and year-end working paper preparation.
Analyze transactional data and prepare journal entries as needed.
Recommend improvements to accounting procedures and systems.
Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and external regulations.
Administrative & Cross-functional Support:
Provide administrative support to the Finance Department.
Collaborate with internal departments to resolve accounting-related queries.
Support ad hoc projects and reporting requests.


Desired Qualifications:


Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in accounting, preferably with exposure to cost accounting.
Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
Experience with ERP systems (Epicor, Great Plains, Infor LN preferred).
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong communication and organizational skills.


What Do We Offer?


Comprehensive Pension Plan
Extended Health Care
Dental Care
Paid Time Off
Career Growth Opportunities
Work-Life Balance
On-Site Parking