Accounting Assistant: Growth-Focused Finance Role in Halifax

Advantage Personnel; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency in Halifax, NS is seeking an experienced Accounting Assistant to join a busy accounting team. In this role, you will perform reconciliations, assist with financial statements, and use Sage 50 for various accounting tasks. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has strong communication skills, and a positive attitude. If you have a background in business administration with accounting focus and 2-4 years of relevant experience, this is a great opportunity to grow in the finance field.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience with Sage 50 required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex general ledger reconciliations.
• Complete bank reconciliations.
• Use Sage 50 for accounting tasks.
• Assist in preparing financial statements.
• Support accounts receivable and payable processes.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations.

Skills

Excellent oral communication skills

Strong written communication skills

Team-oriented

Solutions-focused mindset

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Ability to prioritize

Education

Completion of a Business Administration program with accounting concentration

Tools

Sage 50

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

A staffing agency in Halifax, NS is seeking an experienced Accounting Assistant to join a busy accounting team. In this role, you will perform reconciliations, assist with financial statements, and use Sage 50 for various accounting tasks. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has strong communication skills, and a positive attitude. If you have a background in business administration with accounting focus and 2-4 years of relevant experience, this is a great opportunity to grow in the finance field.