Accounting Clerk / Staff Accountant / Accountant (Term)

Agada Biosciences Inc • Halifax, NS

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About The Position

AGADA is a contract research organization (CRO) supporting pharmaceutical companies in developing new therapies, particularly for rare diseases. They specialize in highly technical and specialized areas of research, working with clients globally to advance drug development from early preclinical studies through to clinical trials. Behind this work is a strong operational and financial foundation, and their accounting team plays a key role in enabling research programs to run efficiently, compliantly, and sustainably. They are seeking a detail-oriented and adaptable accounting professional to join their team on a term position ending February 29, 2028, to support a leave of absence. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across the full accounting cycle within a single organization, rather than working across multiple external clients. The successful candidate will work closely with and be mentored by a Senior Accountant, gaining exposure well beyond a traditional accounting clerk role. Depending on experience, this position may be scoped at the Accounting Clerk, Staff Accountant, or Accountant level. There may be an opportunity to extend the term or transition to a permanent role based on company growth.

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–5+ years of relevant experience (level will be adjusted based on experience)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Ability to work with accounting software and Excel
• Interest in developing a broad, well-rounded skill set across accounting and business operations

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Maintain and reconcile company accounts
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Maintain organized accounting records and documentation
• Process invoices, payments, and collections
• Support billing and client invoicing
• Prepare biweekly payroll submissions
• Review employee time, vacation, and leave
• Administer employee benefits programs (health, RRSP, wellness)
• Process employee reimbursements
• Assist with HST/GST filings
• Support year-end processes and corporate tax preparation
• Contribute to SR&ED tax credit claims and grant reporting
• Prepare financial information for external funding
• Support pricing, overhead tracking, and internal reporting
• Assist with financial updates for shareholders

Benefits

• Administer employee benefits programs (health, RRSP, wellness)
• Hands-on, full-cycle experience across accounting and finance
• Mentorship and training from an experienced Senior Accountant
• Work within a structured and well-organized finance function with established procedures
• Gain exposure to external advisors, including collaboration with Baker Tilly
• Experience the intersection of accounting, operations, and business management, including payroll and benefits
• Be part of a close-knit, collaborative team where you’ll understand the business—not just the numbers
• Contribute to a company supporting drug development for rare diseases
• Potential for role extension or long-term opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees