Accounting Coordinator

About Us:

Scotia Recycling Limited (SRL), a member of the Scotia Investments Limited (SIL) family of companies, is an operator of Atlantic Canada’s leading recycling facilities located in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland. With an approximate workforce of 175 dedicated employees, we specialize in the collection, processing, sales, and brokerage of recyclable materials, and are a proven industry leader that has been in operation since 1976.

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Coordinator (12-month term) to join our finance team. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in corporate finance, bookkeeping, and financial services within a dynamic organization. The Accounting Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining precise financial data, assisting with audits, and supporting budgeting processes to ensure the integrity of our financial operations.

Duties

- Prepare and maintain accurate general ledger entries and financial statements.

- Perform Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable tasks for our Newfoundland operations, including but not limited to processing invoices, payments, and reconciliations in a timely manner.

- Receive "material received" in our internal accounting system and generate corresponding reports.

- Record bank deposits, clear payments on bank reconciliations and month-end bank entries such as bank fees, etc.

- Depot petty cash - review score cards, post expenses, etc.

- Month-end journal entries and schedules (vending machine inventory, MMSB inventory, Outstanding loads inventory).

- Cover tasks of team members when they are on vacation or out of office.

- Participate and contribute to internal projects as assigned.

- Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

- Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

- 2-5 years of accounting experience; industry or manufacturing experience is considered an asset.

- Experience with accounting software (e.g. Sage, Netsuites, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.)

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically, Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook and general computer literacy.

- Strong Communication and organization stills.

- Ability to work independently in a busy operational environment.

Scotia Recycling offers an industry competitive salary and benefits package, with an opportunity for long-term professional development and career growth. If you are interested in this challenging and rewarding opportunity, please submit a resume, to tlefrense@scotiarecycling.com.

Please note: We are looking to fill this position soon and may begin interviews before the deadline.

Scotia Recycling is an equal opportunity organization. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Benefits:

- Dental care

- Employee assistance program

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- On-site parking

- Paid time off

- Vision care

Work Location: In person