Administrative Accountant

Venor is excited to partner with East River Shipyard in Hubbards Nova Scotia to recruit a passionate Administrative Accountant to become an integral part of their dynamic growing team.

Founded in 2020, East River Shipyard stands as a prominent figure in the maritime marina industry, boasting a reputation built on excellence. With a dedicated focus on boat storage, maintenance, and haul-out services, East River Shipyard is in a phase of exciting growth and expansion, driven by a steadfast commitment to delivering top-notch service to its clientele.

Main Responsibilities:

• Perform traditional accounting duties such as accounts receivable/payable, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of all bank reconciliations, support audit activity, and manage intercompany transactions.
• Manage banking relationships and assist the CFO to secure finance opportunities.
• Oversee office administration tasks and cohesively work with a small team.
• Monitor cash flow, analyze performance, and forecast future cash flow needs.
• Handle accounts receivable/payable and tax remittances.
• MS Office skills, QuickBooks online and a marine-inspired system is needed.
• Collaborate with the CFO on cash flow management strategies.
•  Address any accounting discrepancies and ensure compliance with accounting standards.

As the ideal candidate, you will possess a minimum of 2-3 years of experience where you have worked as a general accountant or bookkeeper, managing full-cycle accounting duties. While a CPA designation is not mandatory, candidates with a foundational background in accounting are preferred, especially those with exposure to growing service-based industries. A bachelor’s degree or business diploma with a focus in Accounting/Administration is required. Most importantly, an eagerness to learn and adapt to a growing business combined with a willingness to progress with a cohesive team is vital for success in this role. Acting in a critical position, you will collaborate with all aspects of the business where you will leverage your detailed approach and ability to work in a high-volume seasonal environment and interest in improving efficiencies. Intermediate to advanced MS Office abilities, coupled with experience using QuickBooks Online will be needed.

If you are interested in working alongside a group of passionate people and come with a foundation of traditional accounting skills reach out to James Willies or Bryanna McVicar to have a confidential conversation. 

East River shipyard and Venor strive to achieve a workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities and recognize the value that diversity brings. Applications from all qualified candidates, including those who identify as racially visible, indigenous, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community are encouraged. If you require any accommodation in the application and interview process, please let us know.

Venor is an Atlantic Canadian recruiting firm specializing in recruitment solutions, executive search, career transition & outplacement services.

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