Finance - Accountant (Accounting & Finance)

Full Time

  Northern Pulp Nova Scotia Corporation

  Abercrombie, Nova Scotia, Canada

Northern Pulp Nova Scotia Corporation operates a modern highly technical bleached kraft pulp mill at Abercrombie Point in northern Nova Scotia.  We currently have an opening for the following position:

Finance - Accountant

Reporting to the Controller, this position is responsible for the General Accounting for the Woodlands Operations, including day-to-day administration of the wood payment system.  This position will be responsible for the month end closing process including reporting and presentations.  The successful candidate will work closely with other financial team members to provide accurate and timely financial reporting for all the Nova Scotia Operations and assistance in special projects.  The position reports to the Controller. 

This position requires:

  • A business degree or diploma from a recognized institution.
  • 2-4 years’ experience in general ledger accounting
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Exposure and experience with LIMS and SAP accounting systems considered a strong asset
  • Ability to plan,  organize, and maintain effective control of the day to day operations of the position, while working in a team environment
  • A strong ability to learn and adapt to a changing work environment
  • An appreciation and understanding of economics, finance and business management and the interrelationships among these disciplines.  As well, he or she must have hands on experience in Microsoft Office Suite and will preferably have exposure to LIMS and SAP computerized accounting system. 

If you are a performance-oriented individual with strong interpersonal skills, who leads by example, we offer exceptional challenges, and opportunities.  We offer a salary and benefits package that is both comprehensive and competitive.