Senior Financial Accountant

Stewart McKelvey; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Generous paid time-off

Group Retirement Plan with employer contribution matching

Flexible health and dental plan

Annual wellness allowance

Continuing education assistance

Positive work environment with inclusion

Social events and staff retreats

Job summary

A leading law firm in Halifax, NS is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join their Finance team. The role requires preparing monthly financial statements, performing reconciliations, and collaborating with senior leadership on strategic projects. Candidates should hold an undergraduate degree and a CPA designation with 3-5 years of experience in accounting, preferably within a legal setting. A competitive compensation package, including flexible work options, is offered to successful candidates.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three to five years of experience in an accounting environment.
• Experience in a legal or professional services setting is an asset.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience in a professional services or similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior leadership on financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and complete month-end packages.
• Analyze financial data and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Prepare performance reports for senior management.
• Support annual audit preparation with documentation.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Business acumen

Understanding of financial drivers

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business Administration or equivalent

CPA designation or recent completion of the CFE

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP / General ledger systems

Job description

At Stewart McKelvey, we think: forward in a typically traditional field to outperform the expectations of our clients – and our lawyers. Our team members are the force that drives our business toward a modern, diverse and innovative future.

Our goal is to continue to invest in people who contribute their diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences. At Stewart McKelvey, your whole unique self will belong.

In return, we offer a culture that supports flexible work arrangements, mental and physical wellness, and a competitive compensation & benefits package.

A few things in particular that we offer to our team include:

• Flexible work arrangements for many positions, including work from home options
• A generous paid time-off package including vacation time, sick time and “flex days”
• Group Retirement Plan with employer contribution matching
• A top rate flexible health and dental plan
• An annual wellness allowance, for a broad range of eligible expenses, such as fitness memberships and fees, fitness equipment, general health & wellness support, personal development courses, and home office expenses
• A “Dress for your Day” policy
• Assistance for continuing education
• Social events and staff retreatsi>
• A positive and fun work environment where we value inclusion and mutual respect

If this sounds like a work environment you’d thrive in, we may have just the right opportunity for you!

We are currently seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join our Finance team based in the Firm’s Halifax, NS office.

Type of Position: Full-Time, Permanent

Close Date: April 10, 2026

The Opportunity

Stewart McKelvey isseeking a highly motivated and detail-driven accounting professional to join the Firm’s Finance team. In this key role, the successful candidate will collaborate closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver timely financial reporting, conduct in-depth analyses, and support strategic projects and decision-making.

The Senior Financial Accountant is responsible for preparing monthly financial statements and completing month-end reporting packages, as well as analyzing monthly financial data with corresponding reconciliations to budget. The successful candidate will prepare performance reports for senior management and perform detailed monthly analysis and reconciliation of general ledger accounts.

In addition, the Senior Financial Accountant is responsible for reconciling bank accounts each month, preparing weekly cash reports and providing related insights, creating journal entries as needed, and developing ad-hoc financial and operational reports to support internal stakeholders across the Firm. The Senior Financial Analyst also assists in preparation for the Firm’s annual audit, through the provision of supporting documentation and performs other related duties as assigned.

The successful candidate should hold an undergraduate degree in Business Administration or an equivalent discipline, along with a CPA designation or recent completion of the CFE. A minimum of three to five years of experience in an accounting environment is required, with experience in a legal or professional services setting being considered as an asset.

The Senior Financial Accountant should possess advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the use of complex formulas and data analysis tools, and be comfortable adopting new technology. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, combined with strong business acumen and an understanding of organizational economics and financial drivers, is essential for success in this role.

Our Focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Stewart McKelvey, we are committed to a workplace where you truly belong. We celebrate and respect the unique identities, perspectives, and experiences that each person brings, ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and valued as part of our firm.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an interview and who require an accommodation are encouraged to speak with a member of the recruitment team and discuss what we can do to better support them during this process.

Interested Candidates

For security purposes, applicants are asked to submit their resume, cover letter and any other accompanying application documents in PDF format.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted and any offer of employment will be conditional upon a satisfactory background check.