Senior Accountant Permanent Full Time - January 2025 Bird Stairs – Fredericton NB Bird Stairs is seeking a conscientious and motivated candidate to fill the role of Senior Accountant. The successful candidate must be detail-oriented and be able to perform under the supervision of the Controller. Within this role you will be responsible for: * Assist the Controller in preparing and consolidating financial statements, and providing monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial reports. * Support the month end close process by providing analysis, reports and completing journal entries. * Assist the Controller with the annual budget and forecasting. * Coordinate external audits and work with auditors to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks. * Resolving financial problems, performing internal audits, and analyzing financial performance. * Maintaining the fixed asset schedule. * Overseeing the Concur expense platform * Performing general ledger reviews. * Aiding in the payroll process. * Occasional evening and weekend work will be required. * Capable of lifting up to 50-pound boxes Qualifications: * CPA designation required * At least 3-5 years of experience in finance or accounting. * High attention to detail and organization * Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines * Ability to work collaboratively and effectively under conditions with frequent interruptions/high pressure * Reliable with previous good attendance record * Reliable transportation * Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, word, outlook) * Knowledge of ERP systems (SYSPRO experience would be an asset) The ideal candidate will be: * Professional personality * Highly organized, detail-oriented and deadline-driven * Ability to work responsibly with or without direct supervision * Ability to analyze and solve problems * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Attention to detail is extremely important. * Self-motivated and driven with good time management and organizational skills * Ability to prioritize and multi-task while adapting in a fast-paced work environment