Accounting Lead

at  Maritime Paper Products

Maritime Paper Products LP is a dynamic and team-oriented company. We believe that hiring the best people results in superior packaging and stronger relationships with our customers. With broad capabilities, including in-house graphic and structural design, plate-making, and manufacturing for retail-ready display, we provide excellence in packaging solutions to our clients. Our facilities are located in Dartmouth, NS, Moncton, NB, Mount Pearl, NL and Summerside, PE. We are honored to be a member of Canada Best Managed Companies.
We are currently recruiting an Accounting Lead for our Dartmouth, NS location. This position is located in the office on a full-time basis.
Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Lead is responsible for directing the day-to-day workflow of the accounting department, answering questions, and assisting with issues. This also extends to streamlining processes, ensuring compliance with both internal and external policies, and the timely completion of the month-end and year-end activities. The job requires working in a fast-paced, structured environment with clear expectations and the ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously. Although quick decision-making is necessary, this candidate must ensure that all work meets established quality standards and that any new ideas are carefully analyzed before implementation.
You are capable of self-directed learning, attentive to detail, and has exceptional organizational and time management skills. You have the ability to work both individually and as part of a team, while always demonstrating a positive and enthusiastic attitude. You excel at interpersonal relations and are comfortable reaching out to a variety of stakeholders at all levels of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct the workflow of the accounting department team and provide advise on any challenges that arise.
• Assist the controller with the month end close process and production of monthly and annual financial statements.
• Manage and reconcile daily banking and cash management operations.
• Provide guidance to team on handling non-routine transactions and investigate and correct accounting irregularities and errors.
• Analyze data and produce management reports.
• Provide training (new policies, procedures, tasks and software) and ongoing support for new and existing employees.
• Back up and assist accounts receivable and payables during busy times, vacations, or other absences.
• Collaborate with department managers to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
• Monitor and analyze departmental workflows to enhance efficiency and resource utilization while maintaining accuracy.
• Advise on new procedures and processes to improve departmental workflows.

Required knowledge and training includes:

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience managing full-cycle accounting duties, including a thorough understanding of financial reporting and general ledger structures.
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in accounting.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment would be considered an asset.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to focus & meet deadlines in a dynamic and fast paced environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  Maritime Paper Products promotes and encourages career advancement opportunities within our Scotia Investments Family of Companies.
  Maritime Paper Products is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise Human Resources of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
  Although we gratefully accept all applications, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.
  An Equal Opportunity Employer

• Direct the workflow of the accounting department team and provide advise on any challenges that arise.
• Assist the controller with the month end close process and production of monthly and annual financial statements.
• Manage and reconcile daily banking and cash management operations.
• Provide guidance to team on handling non-routine transactions and investigate and correct accounting irregularities and errors.
• Analyze data and produce management reports.
• Provide training (new policies, procedures, tasks and software) and ongoing support for new and existing employees.
• Back up and assist accounts receivable and payables during busy times, vacations, or other absences.
• Collaborate with department managers to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
• Monitor and analyze departmental workflows to enhance efficiency and resource utilization while maintaining accuracy.
• Advise on new procedures and processes to improve departmental workflows