Senior Accountant - Jobs in Saint John

Job Description

Source Atlantic is an innovative and industry-leading distribution and service company passionate about delivering value and exceptional service to customers in Canada and beyond. Source Atlantic provides a complete and single source of distribution to the industrial, government, commercial and residential markets and is proud to be distinguished as one of Canada #39;s Best Managed Companies since 2017. We are partnered with hundreds of world class suppliers, offer a multitude of specialized and technical services, and have many value-added solutions designed to improve our customers #39; efficiency and productivity.We are currently looking for a Senior Accountant in Saint John, NBAs a member of the dynamic Source Atlantic Finance team, the Senior Accountant is responsible for managing financial reporting systems and preparing financial statements, performing account reconciliations, and assisting with budget and close processes.If you are a driven, critical and independent thinker with a passion for process improvement this opportunity is for you!As a Senior Accountant your key responsibilities will include:

• Ensure integrity of the general ledger through maintenanceamp; reconciliations
• Serve as a Financial reporting system (Hyperion) administrator (maintaining accounts, benchmark calculations)
• Participate in the month end processes and review of the financial statments
• Perform monthly Branch P amp;L reviews and serve as a liaison with assigned branches on all matters of financial reporting
• Become team champion for leveraging technology tools to enhance reporting capabilities (Power BI, EBA)
• Oversee complete cycle of the fixed assets accounting process, including forecasting
• Ensure accuracy of property accounting (rents, insurance)
• Prepare monthly accruals (utilities, legalamp; audit, revenueamp; customer discounts) and complete their reconciliation and analysis
• Manage intercompany balancesamp; billings
• Relentlessly drive efficiencies aimed at improving accuracy, shortening month-end closing cycle and reduction of manual entries
• Participate in ad-hoc projects as required
• Assist in budget and forecast preparations and in the preparation of external auditor requirements for the year-end financial statement audits of all Source Atlantic entities

Qualifications:

• University Degree or Community College Diploma, with major in accounting or finance
• Have completed, or are near completion of the CPA program
• 3-5 years #39; experience in financial accounting
• Analytical and critical thinking mindset
• Highly detail oriented with strong time and priorities management skills
• Aptitude for learning; knowledge of Power Microsoft tools would be considered an asset
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
• High energy, self-motivated and positive attitude
• Results driven with a process improvement mindset

All full-time positions offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including:

• Competitive Pay Scale
• Flexible Health, Drug and Dental Plan
• Matching Contribution Retirement Savings Plan
• Life and Disability Insurance Options
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Service Awards Program
• Enhanced Vacation Entitlement
• Physical Fitness Refund Plan

If you are interested in this opportunity, please forward a resume in confidence by clicking on Apply Online Now.Source Atlantic is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates will be considered for this position.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates who will be moving on in the interview process will be contacted.