General Accountant, Civil Construction

Harbour Construction Company Limited • Dartmouth, NS

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About The Position

Harbour Construction is seeking a General Accountant to join their accounting team. This role offers an accounting professional the chance to engage in a variety of accounting responsibilities within an established and growing organization. Reporting to the Controller, the General Accountant is crucial for supporting the company's daily accounting operations. While Accounts Payable is a significant part of the role (60%), it is not the sole focus. The successful candidate will also be involved in reconciliations, compliance reporting, fixed asset accounting, payroll support, and month-end activities. As Harbour Construction continues to invest in its people, processes, and technology, this role provides an opportunity to contribute to process improvements, gain exposure to multiple accounting areas, and grow professionally within a well-established organization.

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum two years of accounting experience.
• Experience with accounts payable and account reconciliations.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in construction, civil construction, or project-based industries.
• Experience with ERP or accounting software.
• Payroll experience.
• Experience preparing HST filings and government remittances.
• Progress toward a CPA designation or other accounting credential.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Complete bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Support month-end and year-end accounting activities.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules.
• Assist with account reconciliations and balance sheet reviews.
• Support financial reporting activities and general ledger accuracy.
• Prepare and submit HST filings.
• Prepare payroll source deduction remittances.
• Support payroll processing and payroll-related reporting.
• Assist with audit requests and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Support the ongoing optimization of ERP and other financial systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies.
• Contribute to the development of strong internal controls and accounting practices.

Benefits

• Opportunity to build broad accounting experience rather than being limited to a single function.
• Gain exposure to accounts payable, reconciliations, compliance reporting, fixed asset accounting, payroll support, and month-end activities.
• Work closely with experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.
• Meaningful work, strong leadership, modern systems, and opportunities to build a long-term career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree