Accounting associate Jobs in Saint John, NB

Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, South America and Australia. Our company’s success is driven by our dynamic, highly skilled, and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community.

The Role

We are hiring an Accounting Project Manager to join our team of dedicated accounting professionals. In this role, you will support multiple Cooke projects, ensuring that accounting requirements are met and that the project teams are supported.

This position offers the perfect blend of core accounting knowledge and hands-on project experience on a global scale, including system implementations and process improvement initiatives. You’ll have the opportunity to work with international teams and gain insight into how accounting and systems operate across different regions.

This role can be based in either our Saint John, NB or Blacks Harbour, NB office.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Representing the accounting team on multiple initiatives, including system rollouts and process improvement efforts.
• Facilitating working sessions with the accounting team to understand, document, and validate requirements.
• Understanding and communicating gaps between accounting needs and project scope and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive resolution.
• Defining and managing detailed functional tasks to meet project deliverables. Ensuring resource requirements are communicated, and issues are escalated and solved in a timely manner.
• Completing project status updates on a weekly / as required basis.
• Managing testing phases, and ensuring that any issues are identified, communicated, and resolved.
• Creating training materials and delivering sessions to new users.
• Leading go-live activities and contributing to change management.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• 5–8 years of accounting experience with a solid understanding of financial processes and reporting, ideally including involvement in system implementations and process improvement initiatives.
• University degree in Business, Finance, or a related field
• Professional Accounting Designation (CPA or equivalent) preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong process improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Industry experience in manufacturing, aquaculture, or food processing is considered an asset.
• Ability to travel outside of Canada.

Join our team and enjoy the benefits of full-time year-round employment with competitive rates and a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and career growth.

Benefits Package:

• Health Benefits: Includes coverage for dental, vision, and extended medical care.
• Insurance: Life and disability insurance provided for financial security.
• Support Services: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Financial Planning: Opportunity for RRSP matching to support your retirement savings.
• Time Off: Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave for work-life balance.
• Wellness: Wellness programs and access to on-site gym facilities (available in some locations).
• Career Development: Professional growth opportunities and avenues for advancement.
• Perks: Employee discounts on company products or services.
• Convenience: On-site parking or parking allowance.

If you're looking to join a supportive team environment with opportunities for personal and professional development, apply now and become part of our dynamic team.

The Why

Why Cooke? Simple - because we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness, and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.

NOTE: The recruiter is reviewing and interviewing eligible applicants for this position as they are received. If you are interested in this posting, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.