About this role
Senior Accountant
Canadian Health Solutions, based in Saint John, NB, is a growing group of health service companies that develop and provide leading medical and research services. We are looking to enhance our Finance Team with a Senior Accountant.
Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant will contribute to accurate financial records, effective internal controls, timely reporting, and financial analysis across a group of companies. You will work with owners, executives, and operational teams, build your experience in multi-company accounting, and take on increasing responsibility with guidance from the Controller. If you are ready to apply your CPA training in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.
Duties and responsibilities
- Financial Management and Internal Controls:
Support the Controller in managing accounting operations across the group of companies, including financial reporting, cost tracking, and internal controls.
- Analyze revenue, expenses, and profitability to provide clear, timely information for decision-making.
- Maintain accurate general ledger accounts for multiple companies and reconcile intercompany, and other balance sheet accounts. Investigate discrepancies and follow up on outstanding items.
- Month-End Close and Financial Reporting:
Coordinate assigned month-end and year-end close activities, prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, and provide variance analysis for review by the Controller.
- Financial Software and Tools:
Use accounting software, such as QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, and Excel to maintain financial records, reconcile transactions, and prepare reporting across multiple companies.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and financial workflows, and support implementation with the Controller.
- Communication:
Collaborate with finance, billing, administrative, and operational teams to resolve financial issues and explain financial results clearly.
- Build effective relationships with company stakeholders, suppliers, and external advisors, and help apply consistent financial policies and procedures across the group.
- Other duties as assigned from time to time.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with a recently earned CPA designation or current enrollment in the CPA program.
- CPA designation is considered an asset.
- Practical accounting experience gained through employment, public practice, co-op placements, or internships, with exposure to reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
- Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a commitment to accurate reporting and protecting confidential information.
- A solid foundation in accounting principles, month-end processes, and internal controls. Experience with multi-company or intercompany accounting is an asset; healthcare experience is welcome but not required.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines and work effectively with finance and operational teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks or Sage, with a willingness to learn new systems and processes.
Why Work For Us?
- You will be a part of a supportive and dedicated team with an exceptional workplace culture
- We reward initiative and strong work ethic
- Competitive salary, annual incentives, and benefits
- Paid vacation time
If you are excited by the opportunity to contribute to our diverse group of companies, please apply with your resume in confidence to:
Kelly Thompson – Director of Human Resources
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.