Finance Assistant

Join Halifax Harbour Bridges (HHB), a division of Link Nova Scotia. HHB operates and maintains the Angus L. Macdonald and

A. Murray Mac Kay Bridges, supporting more than 38 million crossings each year. Safety is at the core of everything we do and is a shared responsibility across our organization. As a member of our Finance team, you will support the financial operations that help sustain critical transportation infrastructure relied upon by Nova Scotians every day. If you are seeking meaningful work, career stability, and the opportunity to contribute to a public service organization that makes a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Reporting to the Manager, Finance, the Finance Assistant supports the delivery of financial operations through accounts payable administration, revenue and cash accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, audit support, and other finance-related activities. This role plays an important part in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the timely delivery of reliable financial information to support organizational decision-making.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage accounts payable processes, including invoice verification, payment preparation, vendor inquiries, and maintaining supporting documentation.
• Process revenue, cash, and financial transactions while ensuring accurate recordkeeping and timely reconciliations.
• Prepare journal entries and perform bank, general ledger, and account reconciliations to support financial accuracy.
• Support month-end and year-end activities, including financial reporting, working papers, and audit preparation.
• Maintain capital asset records, depreciation schedules, and related financial reporting.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and the preparation of management reports.
• Support payroll administration and provide financial information and analysis for organizational reporting and special projects.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and accounting procedures while maintaining confidential financial information.
• Contribute to process improvements that enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of finance operations.

Requirements:
• Diploma or certificate in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (degree considered an asset).
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in accounting or finance operations, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and certification.
• Experience with Accounts Payable, reconciliations, and journal entries preferred.
• Knowledge of payroll processes is an asset.
• Experience with accounting software, ERP systems and Pay Works.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Applications).
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, building and maintaining a network of working relationships with both internal and external clients and stakeholders.
• Highly organized multi-tasker, self-motivated, detail-focused, and able to work without direct supervision or extensive direction.
• Strong professional and ethical standards, integrity, objectivity and confidence.
• Skilled in data compilation, tracking, collation, analysis and report development.

We recognize that strong candidates bring different combinations of education, experience, and perspective. If your background aligns closely with this opportunity but you do not meet every listed qualification, we encourage you to apply and explain on your resume how your experience would help you succeed in the role.

What we offer:

At HHB, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering a workplace where people feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow their careers.
• Competitive compensation package
• Defined Benefit Pension…