Accountant

Ocean Capital; Saint John; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Accountant to join their Finance team in Saint John. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals pursuing their CPA designation, with robust support for success. Responsibilities include managing full cycle accounting, preparing reconciliations, and collaborating with various departments. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and eager to learn in a dynamic environment. Join a company that values community engagement and offers a competitive benefits package, including health coverage and professional development support. If you're ready to make an impact, this position is for you.

Benefits

Flexible health coverage

Dental coverage options

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Coverage of professional dues

Annual Health Spending Account

5% Employer Matched RRSPs

Fitness Reimbursement Program

Corporate Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in a similar role or co-op experience is an asset.
• Desire to pursue an accounting designation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports full cycle accounting and ensures accuracy of financial data.
• Prepares monthly bank reconciliations and manages corporate credit cards.
• Assists with financial audits and suggests process improvements.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Post-secondary degree in a related field

Accounting designation (CPA)

Tools

Accounting Software

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP Systems

Job description

Saint John, NB, Canada

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Job Description

Acadia Broadcasting is a growing media company with radio stations in Atlantic Canada and Northwestern Ontario. In each of our markets, our company focuses on being the community’s local voice for entertainment, news, and events. We strive to be the best employer, marketing agency, and broadcaster in each of the markets we serve.

Our Head Office is recruiting for an Accountant to join our Finance team in Saint John, NB. This is a great opportunity for an individual working towards or planning to pursue their Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation, with a robust support program to enable candidate success as they work towards their designation.

Reporting to the Team Lead - Accounting, the responsibilities of the Accountant will include, but are not limited to:

• Supports full cycle accounting, recording, reporting, and reconciliation of financial activities to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Prepares monthly bank reconciliations, assists in the reconciliation of accounts related to payables, receivables, expenses, and capital assets to ensure accuracy.
• Manages the company’s corporate credit cards and employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Performs various financial analyses and ad-hoc reporting.
• Assists the Accounts Payable Administrator in responding to queries relating to the processing and payment of vendor invoicing.
• Works closely with other departments to ensure that expenses are appropriately captured and classified, and provides support as needed for financial inquiries.
• Assists with the preparation of supporting documentation for financial audits and reporting.
• Suggests and supports improvements to processes that enhance efficiency and accuracy in managing accounts payable, credit cards, and expense reporting.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in a related field.
• 1-2 years’ experience in a similar role or co-op experience is considered an asset.
• Recently completed, working towards, or a desire to pursue an accounting designation.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multi-task in a high-paced environment.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with mid-market or top-tier ERP systems is ideal.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Highly organized, adaptable to change, and eager to learn.

As a member of Acadia Broadcasting, you will have access to:

• A competitive compensation and benefits package which includes flexible health, dental coverage options, as well as life insurance and disability benefits.
• Coverage of professional dues and continued education related to the CPA.
• An annual Health Spending Account (HSA).
• 5% Employer Matched RRSPs.
• A Fitness Reimbursement Program.
• Access to our excellent Corporate Wellness Programs.

The radio environment is a rewarding one – one that the right candidate will enjoy. If you have a desire to learn, have a good work ethic, are adaptable to shifting priorities, and are comfortable working independently or with a team, this opportunity may be of interest to you. Interested applicants can apply with a resume and cover letter.

Acadia Broadcasting is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. In your application, please feel free to advise if you require accommodation for the interview process.

Job Info:

• Job Identification 4085
• Posting Date 03/24/2025, 06:35 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 100 Main Street, Dartmouth, NS, B2X 1R5, CA 58 King Street, Saint John, NB, E2L 1G4, CA