Senior Accountant, New Operations

We are pleased to be partnered with Shannex in bringing a Senior Accountant, New Operations to their talented team in Halifax, NS. Founded in 1988, Shannex has grown from one nursing home into a full continuum of services across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, including home care, retirement living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care and hospitality. Its mission is to Lead the Way to Better Living for individuals and communities by providing the best care and service excellence to people as they age. This is an exciting opportunity to join Shannex and be part of innovative and growing organization.


The Senior Accountant, New Operations will provide in-depth financial statement review, analysis, account reconciliations and support across finance divisions, with an opportunity to contribute to business growth and continuous improvement across new business sectors.



Key Responsibilities: 

• Assist with the timely preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements
• Reconcile corporate general ledger accounts, investigate reconciling items and work cross-functionally to ensure appropriate accounting under ASPE.
• Review financial reports and prepare detailed variance explanations that support decision-making.
• Partner with accounting, treasury, financial planning and analysis, operations and other finance departments to streamline processes, improve efficiency and strengthen performance.
• Build and use financial analysis tools to manage and report on new operation results.
• Document accounting processes and policies to guide the financial reporting team.
• Assist with annual audited financial statements and liaise with auditors to address queries.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Prepare financial reports, charts, tables, PowerPoint presentations and other exhibits; respond to ad hoc projects related to business growth.

The ideal candidate will have:

• CPA designation or near completion of the CPA program coupled with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. 
• Accounting experience in public practice or a comparable corporate role is a strong asset.
• Strong computer literacy and advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Thorough technical knowledge of Accounting Standards.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience with Yardi software is considered an asset.
• Passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

As Shannex continues to expand and innovate, you will have the chance to make a meaningful contribution while developing your career within a collaborative, purpose-driven and innovative environment. This isn’t an opportunity to miss out on.



To express interest in this opportunity please apply online by clicking “Apply Now” below.

For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact Heather Labucki, Partner, or Sara Morey, Senior Consultant, at View email address on meridiarecruitment.ca . If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Sara Morey know.

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