Sr. Financial Analyst, Corporate Reporting & Accounting [Clearwater Seafoods]

Clearwater Seafoods is one of the world's largest vertically integrated seafood companies with over 1,900 employees in offices, plants and vessels across the globe. The Canadian company operates from ocean-to-plate, owning its own fishing licenses, vessels and processing facilities, while also providing delivery to its customers worldwide. Clearwater is recognized globally for its superior quality, food safety and diversity of premium wild-caught seafood, including scallops, lobster, langoustine, clams, whelk, shrimp and crabs.

Since its founding, Clearwater has invested in science, communities, people and technological innovation, as well as resource management to sustain and grow its seafood resource. This commitment has allowed the company to remain a leader in today's global seafood market and in sustainable seafood excellence.

In 2021, Clearwater was acquired by a partnership between Premium Brands and the Mi'kmaq Coalition, comprised of seven Mi'kmaq communities in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland. Today, Clearwater is proudly Indigenous-owned, committed to creating a sustainable seafood future for generations to come.

Clearwater Seafoods' Corporate Reporting and Accounting department requires a Senior Financial Analyst, Corporate Reporting & Accounting role based at their Bedford, Nova Scotia Corporate Office. The position is a permanent full-time position and reports to the Finance Manager, Corporate Reporting.

Purpose Of Position

This position plays an active role in complex accounting and financial reporting. The Senior Financial Analyst, Corporate Reporting & Accounting is a key member of the Corporate Reporting and Accounting team.

Reporting Structure

This position reports to the Finance Manager, Corporate Reporting

Major Responsibilities

• Assisting the Finance Manager, Corporate Reporting in oversight and implementation of new accounting standards under IFRS
• Participate in short and long-term strategic planning initiatives as requested
• Support the establishment of and maintenance of global accounting policies, standards & documentation.
• Support in the production of accurate, relevant, and timely consolidated monthly financial statements including the consolidated balance sheet, income statement and statement of cash flows
• Support all Clearwater entities with IFRS compliance
• Constantly seek to improve the efficiency in internal and group reporting
• Assist in maintaining internal controls over financial reporting for the Corporate Reporting group
• Supporting role in the production of relevant group and statutory financial reporting including consolidated financial statements
• Assisting in the completion of the external audit
• Lead all accounting research for non-routine or complex transactions including: financial instruments, refinancing, acquisitions etc.
• Assisting the Finance Manager, Corporate Accounting in preparation and/or review of monthly accounting results
• Working with an effective, efficient, and motivated team in the Corporate Reporting group
• Support role in preparation of key performance metrics and management reporting

Key Behavioral Competencies (Personal Characteristics)

• Strong analytical problem-solving ability
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
• Self-motivated and driven to succeed
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts in simple language
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong organizational skills and time management skills
• Fosters innovation and continuous improvement ideas
• Confident offering organizational thought leadership in Financial Accounting
• Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills
• Dedicated, hardworking and detail oriented
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment

Job Qualifications

• Experience applying International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• SAP user knowledge is an asset
• Strong technical ability including experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• CPA designation
• A minimum of three to five years progressive experience

Working Conditions

• Location - Bedford, Nova Scotia with hybrid remote work schedule
• Environment - Office and Remote