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Job Title: Accountant

Location: 1801 Hollis St Suite 1300, Halifax, NS B3J 3N4

Duration: 12 months (contract to hire based on performance/business requirements)

Hours – 35hr/week

Interview process: 2 rounds of interviews; HR people partner; 2 individuals within the team

Ideal start date: Mid-August

IMP notes from HM:

· Experience: Big 4 Firms with 4-5 experience if not CPA

· Client facing or interacting with third parties

· Understanding of accounting of debits and credits

· 7 hour working day

· Deadline driven

· Monthly and quarterly deadlines

· Financial statements

· Cash payments and interacting with banks

· Meeting deadlines

· 100 team members

· Captative Insurance

Job Summary:

· Join a growing team of 100+ people in the Halifax office, which is divided geographically in terms of coverage.

· This position will be supporting U.S based clients.

· You will be responsible for accounting, regulatory compliance and administrative functions for a portfolio of captive insurance companies and other clients.

Roles & Responsibilities:

· Preparation of financial statements in an accurate and timely manner.

· Reconcile cash and investment accounts.

· Prepare bank deposits and cash disbursements.

· Plan and complete the annual audit for clients.

· Prepare regulatory filings.

· Ensure on-going compliance with regulations.

· Maintain client files in accordance with regulations

· Maintain and develop client relationships, including identifying and resolving issues and consult on best practices

· Monitor and document team and client activities to prevent and detect problems.

· Prepare memos and other correspondence.

· Correspond with other service providers.

· Prepare meeting materials and participate in the annual board of directors' meeting and other client meetings.

· Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualification:

· CPA Designation or CPA enrolment is an asset, OR;

· 2 years of accounting experience - preparation of financial statements, preparation of working paper file, GL

· Undergraduate degree in accounting

· Ability to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

· Excellent organizational and prioritization skills with a strong attention to detail.

· Outstanding interpersonal skills, confidence and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and with external clients.

· Proficiency with MS Excel, Word and Outlook is required

“We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”