senior accountant

*POSITION SUMMARY:*

Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant is responsible for collecting, calculating and entering data to maintain the company?s accounting process.

*ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:*

• General ledger account reconciliations in preparation of the financial statement workbook;
• Accounts receivable deposits and collection inquiries;
• Cash management of accounts payable payment runs and online transactions;
• Maintaining current book balance spreadsheets on all company bank accounts;
• Posting general ledger transactions into accounting software;
• Monitor and control job cost entry posting of labour & equipment charges;
• Assist staff with major project set up of controls, tracking, and invoicing formats as required;
• Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) reporting, remittance and compliance;
• T5018 subcontract payment annual reporting;
• Maintaining documentation for internal audits;
• Assist with the implementation of new projects and initiatives within the finance department;
• Ad hoc analyses as required by departments, the Controller, and CFO (e.g. break even, scenario, forecasts, etc.);
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned; and,
• Adheres to all company policies, standards, procedures and safe work practices.

*CANDIDATE PROFILE:*

• Accounting designation (CPA) Completed;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite;
• Advanced Excel proficiency with complex formulas, pivot tables and VBA would be an asset;
• High attention to detail;
• Strong organizational skills and able to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines;
• Ability to work both independently and in a group setting;
• Experience in the electrical and/or construction industries would be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the following software would be considered an asset: NetSuite, ADP, Concur, FDM, Coupa

*WORKING CONDITIONS: *

• Primarily office-based work, involving prolonged periods of sitting and computer/screen use;
• Frequent use of computers and other standard office equipment, requiring repetitive hand/wrist movements and sustained visual attention; and,
• Periods of increased workload and time-sensitive deadlines, particularly during month-end/year-end close, audits, budgeting, or other reporting cycles.

Pay: $90,000.00-$105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Have you completed your CPA Designation?
• Are you currently able to commute daily to Bedford, Nova Scotia?

Work Location: In person