Accountant

J.D. Irving, Limited; Saint John; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to enhance organizational value through accurate accounting and reporting. In this role, you will collaborate with stakeholders to maintain financial integrity and support continuous improvement initiatives. Your expertise will drive efficiency in processes, while your communication skills will facilitate collaboration with the Senior Manager and other teams. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will significantly impact the financial health of the organization. If you are motivated and eager to grow in your accounting career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of relevant accounting work experience.
• CPA designation required or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining general ledger accounts and developing financial statements.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and identifying process efficiencies.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Highly self-motivated

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA) designation

Tools

JD Edwards

TM1

Power BI

Blackline

Job description

The Accountant works closely with all stakeholders to drive organizational value through ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the accounting and reporting function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA) designation required or in progress
• 1-4 years of relevant accounting work experience
• Highly self-motivated, innately curious, and solutions focused
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Continuous improvement mindset
• High attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with JD Edwards, TM1, Power BI and/or Blackline considered an asset

Responsibilities

Reporting to, and in collaboration with the Senior Manager, the primary responsibilities are:

• Maintaining the general ledger accounts and/or developing or reviewing financial statements and reports, including periodic financial reporting packages and standard variance reporting
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and identifying opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of processes you own
• Performing period end accounting activities, such as reconciliations, accruals, results review and working with business analysts to analyze results.
• Supporting the year-end external audit and other compliance requirements
• Ad hoc reporting requests in addition to support on initiatives as requested