Junior Accountant

Company Overview

Since incorporation in 2003, LuminUltra has been a leading manufacturer and thought-leader in the biotech industry, developing molecular diagnostic products and services to help people all over the world better manage microbial-based threats in industrial systems. Headquartered in Fredericton, New Brunswick, LuminUltra is a global company with team members in Canada, USA, UK, and France. 

Armed with dedicated ownership, a talented team, and a solid foundation, LuminUltra's best-in-class solutions are being used in multiple industries such as wastewater treatment, energy, cooling water, specialty coatings, and many more to identify issues before they become problems. LuminUltra accomplishes this by developing fast, accurate tests to identify, address, and validate microbiological control solutions. By providing rapid, accurate microbiological testing solutions, LuminUltra works to fulfill its core purpose: "We make the tools to help you manage the impacts of microbiology, so you can work, live and play with confidence."

We are set up for 100% remote work for individuals located in the province of Alberta, Ontario, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick. For individuals located in Fredericton, New Brunswick, there are hybrid (mix of on-site and remote) work opportunities.

Job Description 

LuminUltra currently has an opportunity for a Junior Accountant to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity within an innovative and growing organization. 

This role will play a critical part within the Finance team by providing support with annual audit and tax documentation preparation, auditing employee expense reports, preparing bank and credit card reconciliation, and financial planning and reporting support for departmental managers. 

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative, detail-oriented, and highly dependable individual who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

In this role, the Junior Accountant will have key responsibilities, such as: 

• Prepare monthly recurring journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of annual audit and tax support.
• Prepare bank and credit card reconciliation.
• Prepare monthly VAT and EC sales reporting.
• Audit employee expense reports.
• Prepare monthly intercompany reconciliations and consolidation entries. 
• Provide financial planning and reporting support for departmental managers.
• Participate in monthly and annual financial close processes.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in accounting or equivalent certification.
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
• Resourceful; able to solve problems and work independently. 
• Proven experience being motivated, deadline-oriented, organized, and working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Experience working with Oracle Fusion, an asset.
• Proficiency in French and English, an asset.

Why Join LuminUltra?

LuminUltra has a culture that values communication, collaboration, development, work-life balance, flexibility, and employee recognition. We provide an extensive list of resources and benefits that support our culture, foster work-life balance, and promote personal and professional development. 

We offer benefits that allow our team to thrive at work and outside the office. All team members are rewarded with generous paid time off, such as paid flex days, volunteer days, and a competitive vacation time policy. LuminUltra also has a group retirement plan with 3% matching contributions, firm sponsored social events, bonus program eligibility, health and dental benefits, mental health resources, an Employee Assistance Program, and other perks. 

LuminUltra provides various opportunities for personal and professional development. We are a small organization which allows for continual experiential learning opportunities for those who are up to the challenge