Manufacturing Cost Accountant, Burnaby

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

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