Cost Accounting Manager

The Cost Accounting Manager will oversee all technical aspects of the plant’s accounting resources, analysis and reporting of plant costing information. Accounts for and communicates financial operating results of the plant, identifying cost savings and risks. Serves as an integral part of the plant leadership team. This position reports to the Director of Operations.

Application Deadline: November 20th, 2026

• Leadership and performance management of direct reports.
• Review and analysis of daily, weekly, and monthly cost reports, ensuring accuracy and relevance and providing feedback and adjustments where necessary.
• Develop standard costs by reviewing and incorporating customer product specifications, creating educated assumptions and submitting information to assist in the new product decision making process
• Financial Analysis: Review future expectations, compare actuals to forecasts, communicate financial results, identifying trends/discrepancies and assist in decision making.
• Facilitate and execute the annual budget process by partnering with all areas within the operations
• Prepare monthly plant forecast, incorporating production usages, costs, and providing an educated and relevant estimate on future trends
• Audit: partner with Corporate Finance to respond to external requests and align systems and processes to these requests
• Identify opportunities and risks to make informed business decisions and exercise sound judgement in achieving the desired results.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)/Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or currently pursuing a professional accounting designation
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, financial analysis, and financial reporting.
• Strong technical aptitude with proven analytical skills and experience using accounting and business intelligence tools.
• Previous leadership or management experience

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. #LI-LP1

Cavendish Farms is a family-run company, where our team members are never just a number. We work from seed-to-table, providing opportunities to explore and grow. Headquartered in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen potato products and appetizers throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have Manufacturing facilities in PEI, Ontario, Alberta, and North Dakota and farm operations in the Maritimes and Minnesota and North Dakota. We also operate a research and plant breeding centre in PEI to develop new potato varieties and sustainable potato farming practices.

We have a proud history of values, quality and service, And bringing the goodness of the farm to the table is what we do best.

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.