Project & Capital Corporate Accountant

Inland Group of Companies; Truro; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health and dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company/em

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Advancement opportunities

On the job training

Employee Recognition Program

DailyPay

Flexible schedule

Referral bonuses

Job summary

The Inland Group of Companies is hiring a Project & Capital Corporate Accountant to support both corporate accounting and project-based financial operations in Truro, Nova Scotia. You will focus on job costing, project financial management, and capital asset accounting while collaborating with engineering and operations.

The role also covers month-end close, financial reporting, audits, budgeting, and forecasting.

Qualifications

• CPA designation is a strong asset.
• Post-secondary degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with SAGE 300 or Workday Finance is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage job costing and project financial activities, including budget tracking, forecasting, project billing, and variance analysis.
• Partner with engineering, operations, and internal stakeholders to monitor project performance, costs, and revenue throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee capital asset accounting processes, including asset capitalization, depreciation, disposals, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Develop and enhance accounting processes, controls, procedures, and workflows to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Create and maintain financial reports, dashboards, KPIs, and other tools that support project oversight and business decision-making.
• Analyze project and capital data, identify trends and risks, and provide recommendations to management.
• Prepare and coordinate U.S. personal property tax filings and ensure compliance with all reporting requirements.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, audits, budgets, forecasts, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

CPA designation

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

SAGE 300

Workday Finance

MS Office

Job description

Project & Capital Corporate Accountant

Discover an exciting future at the Airport!

About us:

The Inland Group of Companies (IDS and Quantem Aviation Services) is a trusted aviation partner operating at over 50+ airports across Canada and the United States. We deliver aircraft de-icing, fueling, environmental management, ground handling, and other specialized aviation support services.

Safety is our highest priority. Every employee has the authority and responsibility to stop work when unsafe conditions exist.

What is in it for you:

• Competitive wages
• Insurance - health, dental and life, AD&D and LTD
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match / Pension plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts
• Advancement opportunities
• On the job training
• Employee Recognition Program
• DailyPay
• Flexible schedule
• $300 referral bonuses - unlimited

*Benefits may vary by position and location.

Position Overview:

The Project & Capital Corporate Accountant supports both corporate accounting and project-based financial operations, with a primary focus on job costing, project financial management, and capital asset accounting. This role works closely with engineering, operations, and other internal stakeholders to ensure accurate project tracking, financial reporting, compliance with accounting standards, and effective capital asset management. The position also contributes to core corporate accounting functions, including month-end close, financial reporting, audits, budgeting, and forecasting.

Location: Truro, Nova Scota

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Including but not limited to):

• Manage job costing and project financial activities, including budget tracking, forecasting, project billing, and variance analysis.
• Partner with engineering, operations, and internal stakeholders to monitor project performance, costs, and revenue throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee capital asset accounting processes, including asset capitalization, depreciation, disposals, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Develop and enhance accounting processes, controls, procedures, and workflows to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Create and maintain financial reports, dashboards, KPIs, and other tools that support project oversight and business decision-making.
• Analyze project and capital data, identify trends and risks, and provide recommendations to management.
• Prepare and coordinate U.S. personal property tax filings and ensure compliance with all reporting requirements.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, audits, budgets, forecasts, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills and Experience:

• CPA designation or active pursuit of a CPA designation is considered an asset.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 2 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with SAGE 300 or Workday Finance is considered an asset.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new systems and technologies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and adapt to changing business needs.

Additional Info:

• This is a full-time salaried position requiring regular attendance and flexibility to work additional hours during peak periods or to meet operational requirements.
• This is 5 days onsite
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check is required.

The Inland Group of Companies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without discrimination based on protected grounds under applicable legislation.

The Inland Group of Companies offers a variety of opportunities to work in the field of aviation. Whether its deicing aircraft, protecting the environment, or keeping passengers and cargo moving, your future can take off with the Inland Group.