Senior Financial Accountant

Job in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada

Listing for: Personnel Search Ltd

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-08

Job specializations:

Accounting
Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Financial Compliance, Financial Controller
Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Financial Compliance, Financial Controller

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 50000 - 100000 CAD Yearly CAD 50000.00 100000.00 YEAR

Position: SENIOR FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

SENIOR FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

Moncton, NB

Our client is seeking a diligent and analytical Senior Financial Accountant to play a key role in their finance department. Reporting directly to the Controller, this individual will take ownership of the full-cycle accounting process, drive month-end accuracy, and provide meaningful financial insights that support management decision-making. The ideal candidate is a proactive professional who thrives on process improvement and ensures the integrity of financial data.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis:
Lead the month-end closing process, including complex journal entries, comprehensive balance sheet reconciliations, and detailed flux analysis.

Operational Excellence:
Prepare high-level financial statements and management reports, ensuring all output is accurate, timely, and compliant with accounting standards.

Process Optimization:
Proactively identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and automate manual processes.

Treasury & Compliance:
Manage treasury functions, including wire payments and banking administration; ensure strict adherence to internal controls and financial policies.

Strategic Support:
Act as the primary lead for year-end audit preparation and documentation.

Special Projects:
Partner with the Controller on ad-hoc financial projects, including forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis.

Qualifications

Experience:

Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in a full-cycle accounting role.

Education & Designation:
University degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA designation is a plus.

Technical Proficiency:
Advanced command of Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data modeling) and hands-on experience with ERP systems (Oracle experience is strongly preferred).

Industry Knowledge:
Demonstrated experience within a manufacturing environment is a significant asset.

Soft Skills:

Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret financial data and communicate findings to non-financial stakeholders.

Professionalism:
Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet tight reporting deadlines, and operate with a high degree of autonomy.

Estimated Compensation 50-100k