Accounting Services for Manufacturing Companies
From inventory tracking to cost analysis and margin optimization, we help manufacturers build financial systems that drive profitability.
Running a manufacturing business comes with complexity. Between raw materials, production runs, supplier terms, and shifting labor costs, the numbers can get out of control quickly — especially if your accounting system isn’t built for the way your operations actually run.
At Vistance Accounting, we work with manufacturing business owners who are serious about controlling their costs and increasing profitability. We help you clean up your books, implement cost-tracking systems, and turn your financial data into tools for decision-making and growth.
“We’re moving product, but I don’t know what we’re really making on each unit.”
That’s one of the most common frustrations we hear from manufacturers.
You may have sales, but without clear inventory data and cost tracking, it’s impossible to tell which SKUs are profitable and which ones are bleeding cash. Most accounting systems don’t reflect the true economics of production — and that can lead to poor pricing, cash flow issues, and lost margin.
We bring structure to your inventory, costing, and reporting so you can lead with clarity and stop flying blind.
Who Typically Needs Manufacturing Accounting Services
We work with small to mid-sized manufacturing companies that are past the start-up stage and facing operational complexity. If you’re dealing with fluctuating input costs, changing output, multiple SKUs, or pressure on margins — it’s time to get serious about your accounting.
Many of our clients are family-run businesses, B2B manufacturers, or private-label producers doing $1M–$20M+ in revenue. They’re ready to improve their financial reporting, uncover hidden costs, and build sustainable profit.
What You Get with Our Manufacturing Accounting Services
Vistance builds accounting systems around your factory floor, not just your year-end tax return. We’ll help you manage and reconcile inventory, calculate unit costs, allocate overhead properly, and build financial reports that reflect the true performance of your business. You’ll get:
- Inventory and raw material tracking
- Unit-level and batch costing
- Labor and overhead allocation
- Margin analysis by product line
- Tax planning and compliance
- Monthly reporting and forecasting
Whether you're managing a lean production line or running a multi-shift facility, we create systems that grow with your operations and deliver insights you can use.
Why Manufacturing Companies Trust Vistance
We’ve designed our accounting processes to meet the real needs of production-driven businesses.
We track inventory and raw materials accurately
We ensure your inventory balances and production inputs are properly reflected on your books.
We calculate real production costs
From materials to labor to overhead, we help you identify the true cost of each unit.
We improve margin visibility
We show you where you’re making money — and where you’re not — across SKUs, lines, or customers.
We help you forecast and plan
We support cash flow projections and cost analysis to guide pricing and purchasing decisions.
We keep you tax-compliant
We manage HST/GST filings, corporate returns, and ensure you’re structured for efficiency.
We explain everything in plain language
You’ll never be left guessing — we make sure you understand your numbers and how to use them.
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MANUFACTURER Frequently Asked Questions
Have more questions? Here are some frequently asked questions manufacturers ask us.
Can you help us calculate the true cost per unit or SKU?
Yes. We build costing models that reflect raw materials, labor, and allocated overhead so you understand profitability at the product level.
Do you track inventory and reconcile production runs?
We do. Whether you manufacture in batches or continuous runs, we help track inventory in and out, so your books match your physical stock.
Can you integrate with our production software or ERP?
Yes. We work with a range of platforms and can integrate financial tracking with your operational tools or pull reports into your accounting system.
Do you handle payroll, HST, and CRA filings?
Absolutely. We manage ongoing compliance, tax filings, and provide planning to help you reduce risk and avoid surprises.
We haven’t tracked costs properly before — is it too late?
Not at all. We regularly help manufacturers clean up past books, implement proper systems, and begin tracking costs the right way going forward.
