Job Description

We are currently recruiting a Program Accountant on behalf of our long-standing client, a well-established organization known for their innovation and technical expertise. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and close-knit team to provide financial support across assigned programs, helping ensure accurate and timely project accounting, reporting, invoicing, and financial coordination.

This is a permanent, full-time hybrid position, with three days per week in the Dartmouth office and flexibility around working hours.

Key Responsibilities for the Job:

• Provide project accounting support across assigned programs, working closely with Project Managers and other stakeholders
• Monitor project financial activity, ensuring transactions and reporting are accurate and timely
• Prepare and support customer invoicing and related documentation
• Assist with project financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting and analysis
• Review project costs and financial data, identifying discrepancies and supporting resolution
• Support month-end and other financial reporting activities
• Contribute to process improvements and other accounting initiatives as required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 4+ years of relevant accounting experience, including previous project accounting experience
• CPA designation is an asset but not required; the organization is supportive of ongoing CPA development
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Experience in the defense sector or a similar project-based industry is an asset
• Proficiency with IFS and Excel is preferred

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 Rohan Gonsalves, Recruitment Consultant at rohan@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.