Senior Accountant

Accounting Staffing And Administrative Staffing; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing manufacturing company in Dartmouth is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee core accounting functions and financial reporting. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and CPA (or in progress), along with at least 3 years of relevant experience. The accountant will provide insights to support strategic decision-making and will supervise an Accounts Payable Clerk. The position offers the chance to contribute to a growth-oriented organization with a focus on accuracy and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or product-based industries is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of cost accounting and reporting is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle accounting including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with tax requirements and prepare filings.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Analytical abilities

Leadership

Communication abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business

CPA designation or in progress

Job description

Job Description

Our client a rapidly growing and entrepreneurial manufacturing company in Dartmouth is seeking a Senior Accountant to help shape their financial operations and support exciting growth across the business.

This newly created role comes as a result of the company’s rapid expansion and continued success and will oversee core accounting functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting and providing valuable insights to support strategic decision‑making. The role also includes supervision of an Accounts Payable Clerk.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee full‑cycle accounting including general ledger, accounts payable / receivable, payroll and month‑ and year‑end processes.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, forecasts and variance reports in accordance with ASPE / GAAP.
• Monitor and control manufacturing costs and maintain cost accounting systems.
• Ensure compliance with tax requirements, prepare filings and liaise with auditors and external partners.
• Develop and maintain internal controls, policies and procedures to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide financial insights, risk assessments and recommendations to support business planning and growth.
• Support ERP evaluation and implementation, process automation and other strategic initiatives.

Qualifications and Attributes for Success

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business (CPA designation or in progress is strongly preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or product‑based industries is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of cost accounting and reporting is an asset.
• Proficiency with technology in general and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, leadership and communication abilities.
• Adaptable, organized and attention to detail are key as the company is rapidly growing and developing new processes to support.

This position offers an opportunity to be part of an innovative, growth‑oriented company where your contributions will make a tangible impact.

If interested in this opportunity please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.

Accountant Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion or any other personal characteristic.

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians, Indigenous / Aboriginal People, Racially Visible Persons, Women, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ Persons. Self‑identification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process such as an interview or testing please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.