Accountant

Municipal Group of Companies; Labrador City; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive pension plan

Benefits package

Job summary

The Municipal Group of Companies in Labrador City, NL is seeking an Accountant to assist in daily accounting duties, prepare financial statements, and support audits. The role requires CPA candidacy or designation and 2–5 years of relevant experience, with bilingual French-English being an asset.

Qualifications include post-secondary accounting education and proficiency with accounting software, including Excel. Comprehensive pension and benefits are offered with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• The candidate should have CPA designation or be actively pursuing CPA.
• 2–5 years of accounting, financial reporting, bookkeeping, or related experience preferred.
• Bilingual in French and English is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily maintenance of accounting records including journal entries, reconciliations, petty cash, capital assets, and inventory adjustments.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements and review with Management.
• Perform internal audit procedures and maintain year-end working papers.
• Complete monthly reconciliation for all GL Control accounts and banks.
• Provide timely and accurate service to internal clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Education

CPA designation or CPA candidate

Post-secondary accounting/finance education

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Municipal Group of Companies is one of Eastern Canada’s fastest growing mining and heavy civil contractors, with a diverse set of industrial service capabilities and as an organization we have been operating in the region for well over 50 years. We offer a stimulating work environment in a well-established enterprise; you can consistently exceed your limits.

We are currently seeking the qualifications and expertise of an Accountant based out of our Labrador City, NL Operations.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist in daily maintenance of accounting records (including but not limited to journal entries, reconciliations, petty cash, capital assets, inventory adjustments)
• Prepare monthly / quarterly financial statements and review with Management.
• Perform internal audit procedures
• Maintain year-end working papers and spreadsheets, and assist with preparation for any audits or independent reviews
• Complete monthly reconciliation for all GL Control accounts and Banks
• Development, analysis, and interpretation of statistical and accounting information in order to appraise operating results in terms of profitability, performance against budget, and other matters bearing on the fiscal soundness and operating effectiveness of the organization
• Provide timely and accurate service to internal clients and stakeholders
• Sundry duties as required by the Department
• Other duties as required

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, And Experience

• CPA designation, CPA candidate, or actively pursuing a CPA designation.
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and relevant accounting experience will be considered.
• 2–5 years of accounting, financial reporting, bookkeeping, or related experience preferred.
• Bilingual in French and English is an asset
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in accounting principles, financial analysis, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships across departments.
• Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Excel considered an asset.

A comprehensive pension and benefits package are offered with this position along with opportunities for advancement and training and development.

We are an equal opportunity employer that encourages all interested candidates to submit a detailed resume.