Accountant

IMP Aerospace & Defence; Halifax; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

IMP Aerospace & Defence, based in Halifax, seeks a detail-oriented, analytical accountant who digs into data to understand how operations drive results and explains why variances occur. The role supports two manufacturing locations in Hammonds Plains and Amherst with occasional on-site visits to understand operations and processes.

This position offers a transition into operational finance with a focus on WIP, costing, and variance analysis, and does not require a professional designation.

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years in accounting, finance, or a related role.
• Strong Excel skills and data manipulation.
• Experience with ERP systems is an asset (JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle).

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain WIP continuity and month-end reconciliation.
• Support month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, journal entries, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Investigate and explain production and cost variances.
• Support two manufacturing operations by analyzing cost drivers and operational activity.
• Reconcile and analyze data across ERP systems, Excel, and operational inputs.
• Identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Travel periodically to Hammonds Plains and Amherst to support understanding and continuous improvement.
• Recommend and implement improvements to processes, tracking, and reporting.

Skills

WIP accounting

Variance analysis

Excel skills

ERP experience

Attention to detail

Tools

JD Edwards

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Why Choose IMP Aerospace & Defence

IMP Aerospace & Defence is not only one of the leading companies in the Aerospace field, but we are also one of the most engaging and equality advocating companies to work for. We believe that regardless of where you work at IMP Aerospace & Defence, you are a part of our ever-growing team. IMP is able to achieve success through this teamwork mindset. That is why at IMP, you are not defined by your role.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytical accountant who enjoys digging into data, understanding how operations drive results, and explaining why variances occur—not just reporting them.

Based in our Halifax office, this role will support two manufacturing locations in Hammonds Plains and Amherst, with occasional on-site visits to build understanding of operations and processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move beyond traditional accounting into operational finance, with a focus on work-in-progress (WIP), costing, and variance analysis.

A professional designation is not required. We are focused on experience, mindset, and analytical ability.

What You Will Do

• Own and maintain WIP continuity and month-end reconciliation
• Support month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, journal entries, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Investigate and explain production and cost variances
• Support two manufacturing operations by analyzing cost drivers and operational activity
• Reconcile and analyze data across ERP systems, Excel, and operational inputs
• Identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy and completion of financial data
• Work closely with plant personnel and operations teams to understand results
• Travel periodically to both locations (Hammonds Plains and Amherst) to support understanding and continuous improvement
• Recommend and implement improvements to processes, tracking, and reporting

What You Will Bring

• 3–7+ years in accounting, finance, or a related role
• Strong experience with reconciliations, analysis, and financial data
• Exposure to any of the following is an asset:
• WIP or project accounting
• Inventory or job costing
• Manufacturing or construction environments
• Variance analysis
• Strong Excel skills (ability to analyze and manipulate data is essential)
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle) is an asset
• Highly detail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership
• Naturally curious—wants to understand why results occur
• Comfortable working with large, imperfect, or complex data sets
• Willing to engage with operations and challenge assumptions
• Must be eligible to meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Secret Level II Security Clearance through PSPC-Contract Security Program, and Transport Canada RAIC clearance.

What We Will Do For You

• All of IMP's benefits become effective on your first day of work, regardless of your position.
• We offer a comprehensive Benefits Package, including RSP Program, Holiday Incentive program (3 additional days off over Christmas), Tuition Reimbursement Program, Long Service Awards, Volunteer Grant Program, Scholarship Program, and more!

IMP is committed to Employment Equity and our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels. We welcome applicants from Indigenous People, Visible Minority Groups, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self identify on either your cover letter or resume.