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WHY DO WE NEED YOU? Job Summary The Plant Accountant plays a key role in supporting the Edmonton manufacturing site by providing accurate cost accounting, financial analysis, and operational insights. Reporting directly to the Site Controller, this position is accountable for manufacturing cost control, inventory integrity, and financial reporting. Key Responsibilities Identify, analyze, and report manufacturing costs, variances, and production efficiencies Apply strong problem‑solving skills to investigate cost variances, data inconsistencies, and system discrepancies to ensure accurate financial information Validate production jobs, manufacturing entries, and system transactions for accuracy and completeness Measure, analyze, and report production performance and KPIs to Finance and Operations, highlighting risks, trends, and improvement opportunities Review, maintain, and create Bills of Materials (BOMs) to ensure accurate costing and system alignment Verify supplier invoices for accuracy and compliance and support timely processing for payment Plan, coordinate, and support annual and cyclical physical inventory counts to analyze obsolete and slow-moving inventory reserves Track capital projects in progress, monitor spending, and report variances versus approved budgets Support the continuous improvement of financial systems and processes by identifying data gaps, root causes, and corrective actions IS THIS JOB FOR YOU? Qualifications Actively hold or pursuing a professional accounting designation (CPA preferred) Degree in Accounting or Finance Minimum of five (5) years of manufacturing accounting or comparable industry experience Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory management, and manufacturing processes High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and analytical capability Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and experience working with ERP systems Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally Advanced problem‑solving and analytical skills, with a demonstrated ability to evaluate complex financial issues, resolve non‑routine accounting matters, and provide sound recommendations The above statements are not intended to be all-inclusive of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of this position. They are intended to describe the general nature of the role. a Little More About Us At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home . Benefits In Joining Us We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program offers a total approach to well-being! Our amazing benefits and programs include, but are not limited to: Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off, and Employee Assistance Program Financial Security: Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan - Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG) Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career Employee Recognition Programs LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle Be Well Be You: Our comprehensive benefits, resources, and programs platform to help you and your family be well, wherever you are in life (Emotional, Physical, Financial, and Social) Pet insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends Perks & Savings Program: access to thousands of gift cards, in-store and online discounts, as well as cashback offers.
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
When you interview for an accountant role, expect this question: "Walk me through how you'd handle a transaction that doesn't reconcile." Hiring managers ask it because they want to see your troubleshooting method, not just whether you found the error. Practice explaining your logic step-by-step — what you check first, how you document it, and how you escalate if needed. That matters more than the final answer.
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