Hybrid Corporate Accountant - Close & Analytics

Nova Scotia Power; Halifax; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote day

Health benefits

On-site fitness

EAP

Parental leave top-up

Wellness programs

Career development & education

Community involvement

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Nova Scotia Power, Corporate Accounting, Halifax, NS, is seeking an Intermediate Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team in a permanent position. Reporting to the Senior Corporate Accountant, you will help ensure accurate financial reporting and support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.

You will collaborate with the finance team, perform financial analysis, maintain reconciliations, and contribute to audits and process improvements in a deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum two years of accounting experience with exposure to financial reporting, reconciliations, or financial analysis.
• CPA designation completed or in progress is considered an asset.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial information, identify trends, and provide clear recommendations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with financial reporting systems; experience with Oracle Fusion is an asset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across different levels of the organization.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in a deadline-driven environment.
• Proven problem-solving abilities and a continuous improvement mindset with an interest in streamlining processes and enhancing efficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and contribute positively within a collaborative team environment.
• Sound business acumen, customer focus, and a proactive approach to delivering high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Taking ownership of assigned month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring financial information is recorded accurately and delivered within reporting timelines.
• Prepare, review, and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving outstanding items to support accurate financial records.
• Perform financial analysis and variance reporting, providing insights that help management understand business performance and trends.
• Support compliance and internal control requirements, helping maintain the integrity and consistency of financial reporting processes.
• Collaborate with Finance teams, business units, and project stakeholders to gather information and ensure accurate period-end reporting.
• Prepare and post accounting transactions and adjustments while ensuring the completeness and accuracy of financial data.
• Assist with internal and external reporting requirements, including support for quarterly reviews and annual audit activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes through standardization, automation, and increased efficiency.
• Contribute to special projects, business initiatives, and ad hoc accounting assignments that support organizational objectives.
• Provide cross-functional team support and backup coverage while helping maintain a collaborative and effective Finance environment.

Skills

Financial reporting

Reconciliations

Financial analysis

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Commerce/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle Fusion

Job description

Nova Scotia Power, Corporate Accounting, Halifax, NS, is seeking an Intermediate Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team in a permanent position. Reporting to the Senior Corporate Accountant, you will help ensure accurate financial reporting and support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.

You will collaborate with the finance team, perform financial analysis, maintain reconciliations, and contribute to audits and process improvements in a deadline-driven environment.