Assistant Controller

Harding Medical; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

RRSP contribution matching

Professional development and training opportunities

Job summary

Harding Medical is seeking an Assistant Controller to join their Halifax team, providing high-quality financial analysis and support. This position involves financial reporting, planning, and improving operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Finance or Accounting, coupled with over 3 years of relevant experience and advanced Excel skills. The role offers comprehensive health benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience with a solid understanding of accounting practices.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Assist in preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Maintain internal controls and financial processes.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Effective communication

Education

Undergraduate business degree/diploma in Finance or Accounting

Tools

MS Office

Prophet 21 software

Crystal Reports

Job description

The Harding commitment is to help one client at a time, delivering independence to our customers through providing innovative and custom healthcare solutions. We are just as committed to our team, with a learning culture and work environment that empowers you to continually grow and develop in your career. The meaningful work we do is life-changing for our clients; join our team and make a difference, every day!

Harding Medical is searching for an Assistant Controller to join our Halifax team in Nova Scotia. This role supports the Vice President, Finance by delivering high-quality financial analysis, business insights, and controllership support. The successful candidate will play a key role in financial reporting, planning, and decision-making, while also strengthening internal controls and improving operational efficiency. If you are a detailed oriented individual who is committed to continuous improvement, you are our ideal candidate! Join the Harding team and directly make a difference for people with physical difficulties so that they can conquer the challenges of everyday life. Leave every workday with the feeling of completing rewarding and meaningful work with a positive impact.

What You Will Do

• Support and execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and consolidated financial statements. Deliver timely and accurate management reports and financial analysis.
• Assist in the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis. Partner with business leaders to provide insights into financial performance and cost management opportunities.
• Coordinate and support the annual external audit process and ensure readiness of supporting documentation. Maintain compliance with corporate policies, procedures, and applicable accounting standards.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and financial processes. Identify process improvements, system enhancements, and cost reduction opportunities in collaboration with Finance, IT, and leadership.
• Provide oversight and support for key operational finance activities, including accounts receivable, expense management systems, and other administrative financial processes. Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness.
• Assist with physical inventory counts across locations and prepare detailed variance analysis.
• Partner with corporate finance to ensure timely submission of financial reports and operational deliverables. Support variable compensation processes (e.g., commission calculations, target setting) and provide ad hoc analysis to senior leadership.

What We Offer You

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• RRSP contribution matching
• Professional development and training opportunities

What You Need To Succeed

• Undergraduate business degree/diploma with a concentration in Finance or Accounting.
• 3+ years experience with a solid understanding of accounting practices
• Proficiency with MS Office suite of products. Specifically, advanced Excel skills, comfortable creating and analyzing complex financial models and spreadsheets. Previous experience using Prophet 21 software and/or Crystal Reports is considered an asset
• Detail oriented, strong organizational skills and the ability to commit to, and meet tight deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, analyze, and problem solve complex issues
• Communicate effectively and efficiently, orally and in writing, to a wide scope of potential audiences
• Travel to branch locations in Canada is required on an annual or semi-annual basis (NB, PE, ON)

If you are interested in joining our winning team and have what it takes to be successful in a dynamic industry, we want to hear from you!

Harding Medical 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 Aboriginal people, visible minority groups, persons with disabilities and women in occupations and positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on either your cover letter or resume.

Harding Medical is a division of IMP Group Limited.