Senior Financial Analyst

Truro , Nova Scotia

MBW Courier Inc. (MBW), is a Nova Scotia-based company, servicing businesses across Atlantic Canada, offering same day delivery service, direct to consumer delivery, next day delivery service, dedicated service on demand and logistics through its eight strategically located terminals. MBW is part of the Municipal Group of Companies, which is a diversified organization engaged in all major aspects of heavy civil construction, mining, environmental and transportation services within the Atlantic Provinces. We are widely recognized for being friendly, efficient, reliable, and on-time, and are proud to offer a full range of equipment to service the needs of our clients. We are currently looking for a Senior Financial Analyst based out of Truro, NS.

**Job Summary:**

Reporting to the Controller, the ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of full-cycle accounting and financial reporting, including developing and reporting on key performance indicators. You will work closely with the Director of Operations, AR & CSR Manager, Terminal Managers, and other accounting team staff. You must be able to prioritize, coordinate, and organize business tasks. You will have a positive, professional approach in planning, scheduling, communicating, and organizing the activities of your position.

**Primary Duties and Responsibilities:**

* Responsible for day-to-day accounting functions

* Oversee the full monthly accounting cycle and accounts payable processes

* Supervise, coach, and develop AP Clerk and shared service Accountant

* Provide analytical, forecasting, reporting and project support to senior management

* Produce weekly and monthly reports, which include key metrics, financial results, and variance analysis

* Review month end reconciliation working papers

* Implement various process improvement projects as assigned

* Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process

* Responsible for the preparation of the year end audit file and communicate with external auditors

* Any other duties as required

**Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience:**

* Bachelors Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

* CPA designation and a minimum of 4 years experience or equivalent combination of experience and education

* Excellent time management skills

* Ability to work in a team environment or independently as required

* Strong work ethic, and positive attitude

* Excellent MS Office skills, with strong working knowledge of Excel

* Experience working with Sage 300 an considered an asset

* Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing

* Experience in transportation/courier industry considered an asset

A comprehensive pension and benefits package are offered with this position along with opportunities for advancement and training and development.

**Application Process:**

Completed applications should be submitted to:

Human Resources

Attention: Jessica Wilson

Via Email: Jessica.wilson@municipalgroup.ca

Please reference Senior Financial Analyst in the subject line along.

We are an equal opportunity employer that encourages all interested candidates to submit a detailed resume.

*We would like to thank all those who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be notified.*