Senior Accountant

Accountant Staffing; Town of Bridgewater; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Accountant in Bridgewater, NS to join a finance team. The role demands strong financial reporting skills, a CPA designation preferred, and at least 5 years of related experience. Key responsibilities include financial reporting, budgeting, and supporting external audits. This is a full-time position supporting strategic decision making within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in public accounting or corporate accounting.
• Ability to see the bigger picture and financial trends.
• Deadline-driven with the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare period end financial reporting.
• Perform month end closing and financial analysis.
• Conduct cash flow reporting and budgeting.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong problem-solving abilities

Highly organized

Skilled communicator

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

CPA designation or near completion

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Our client, a group of privately held companies, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for CPA looking to join a strong group in a fast-paced environment within a challenging and exciting role.

Based in Bridgewater, NS this role is integral to maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial accounting and reporting while supporting leadership in strategic decision making.

Key Responsibilities for the Job :

• Prepare period end financial reporting
• Month end closing
• Financial analysis
• Cash flow reporting
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Support and participate in the annual external assurance engagement
• Internal controls and processes

Experience & Attributes for Success :

CPA designation or near completion is strongly preferred

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in public accounting or corporate accounting

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Detail-oriented with the ability to see the bigger picture and financial trends

Highly organized with strong problem-solving abilities

Adaptable and focused on continuous improvement

Skilled communicator with excellent interpersonal skills

Deadline-driven with the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment

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

Accountant Staffing is Atlantic Canada’s only specialist recruitment firm focusing exclusively on the placement of accounting and finance professionals. Organizations use the services of Accountant Staffing to fill a variety of roles from Junior Accountant to Chief Financial Officer. For more information about Accountant Staffing or to view additional positions, please visit our website at www.accountantstaffing.com.

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.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Accounting / Auditing and Finance

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting

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