Job Description

Are you an experienced accounting professional who is ready to take the next step in your career? Our client is a growing organization with a diverse multi-company operation and is seeking a motivated accounting professional to join their team in a role designed for long-term growth.

This is an in-office opportunity based in Conception Bay South, NL, offering the chance to work closely with senior leadership while gaining broad exposure to accounting, payroll, reporting, reconciliations, and multi-company operations. 

Key Responsibilities for the Job:

• Support accounting activities across a portfolio of companies
• Complete account reconciliations, journal entries, general ledger activities, and month-end processes
• Prepare detailed financial reporting and client reporting packages
• Manage reporting deadlines and ensure financial information is accurate, complete, and audit-ready
• Take a significant role in payroll processing and related reporting
• Support payroll system improvements and assist with the implementation of a new payroll system
• Analyze financial information and identify discrepancies, trends, and opportunities for improvement
• Communicate with clients, corporate contacts, and internal team members
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, systems, and efficiencies across the organization
• Support the adoption of new technology and AI tools as the company continues to modernize its operations
• Provide leadership and guidance within the accounting function as the team and organization continue to grow

• Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or a related discipline
• Several years of progressive, hands-on accounting experience
• Proven understanding of full-cycle accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Solid payroll experience, with the ability and interest to become a key resource in this area
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with accounting and payroll systems
• Analytical and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and confidence communicating with clients and corporate contacts
• A practical, professional approach with the ability to work independently and make sound decisions
• A collaborative approach and a genuine interest in growing with an organization

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

To learn more about similar opportunities, the local job market, or to discuss your career interests, please contact Lori-Lydia Loveless, Senior Recruitment Consultant at lori@accountantstaffing.com.

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.