Senior Accountant

Midland Transport is currently seeking a Senior Accountant to be based out of our Head Office location in Dieppe, NB. 
Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the senior accountant is responsible for performing a variety of accounting functions and aiding the Accounting Manager.
 

Benefits To Joining Midland: 
•    A dynamic, safe, and rewarding work environment
•    A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan
•    RRSP matching program
•    Employee & Family Assistance Programs
•    Health & Wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs
•    3 weeks' paid vacation
•    Free parking, an onsite fitness center open 24/7, and an onsite cafeteria
•    Maternity leave top-up program
•    Growth and progression opportunities within Midland Transport and large network of the JD Irving group of companies
 

•    Prepare monthly journal entries to ensure accurate revenue recognition and proper expense matching at period-end cut-off
•    Ensure timely publication of period-end financial results for terminal managers and senior leadership
•    Analize revenue, expenses and statistical data across operations, comparing results against budgets and prior periods for reasonability
•    Provide internal and external support to business partners, ensuring effective communication and resolution of financial inquiries
•    Train, coach, and support members of accounting team
•    Participate in process improvement initiatives
•    Other duties/projects as assigned
 

•    You have University Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline
•    You have 5-8 years of relevant work experience 
•    You have a CPA designation or are in the final stages of obtaining it
•    You have experience utilizing Cognos, AS400, E1 etc. 
•    You have an advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint etc.)
•    You have exceptional verbal, written and listening communication skills.
•    You have exceptional critical thinking, problem-solving, and prioritization skills
•    You have strong interpersonal and organizational skills
•    You have a demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team
•    You have forward-thinking mindset and are driven to continually improve financial processes
•    You are detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high quality work
 

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