Senior Accountant

Eastward Energy Incorporated • Dartmouth, NS

44d • Hybrid

About The Position

Eastward Energy is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their Finance team. This role is crucial for full cycle accounting and reports to the Manager, Finance & Accounting. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for preparing financial statements, journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting month-end and year-end close activities. The position also involves troubleshooting accounting issues, processing accounts receivable, serving as a key resource for financial reporting (JDE) and billing (SAP) systems, supporting audits, and assisting with insurance, tax, and regulatory filings. The role also includes responding to ad-hoc requests and contributing to continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in accounting (degree or diploma) or equivalent related experience.
• Minimum of five years of accounting or finance experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Strong experience using financial reporting and ERP systems, with JD Edwards and/or SAP considered an asset.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and SharePoint.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Results focused with a strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
• Able to analyze information, identify trends, and solve problems effectively.
• Proactive and takes initiative to improve processes, prevent issues, and support team goals.
• Takes ownership of work and decisions while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Able to assess priorities, make sound decisions, and organize work effectively.

Nice To Haves

• JD Edwards and/or SAP considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and related reporting.
• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain account reconciliations to support month-end and year-end close activities with clear documentation supporting the financial statements and audit needs.
• Troubleshoot accounting or process related issues, perform technical analysis and interpret results.
• Assist in processing accounts receivable.
• Serve as the key Accounting team resource for Eastward Energy’s financial reporting (JDE) and billing (SAP) systems.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to auditor requests.
• Assist and coordinate insurance and tax filings as needed.
• Assist with regulatory filings, compliance requirements and other finance-related projects and initiatives.
• Respond to ad-hoc requests from departments across the organization and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with incentive programs.
• Comprehensive health, dental, prescription, and vision benefits.
• Generous leave policies, including vacation, flex, and volunteer days for work-life balance.
• A flexible work model tailored to the requirements of both office and field staff.
• Retirement & savings plans.
• Insurance coverage for life, LTD, & AD&D.
• Employee Assistance Program for life, financial, and health-related support.
• A safety-centric culture.

What This Job Offers

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