Administration & Accounting Manager
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Our client a well-established organization in the legal sectorwith over 30 years in business is seeking an Administration & Accounting Manager to join their team in Halifax. This role offers a close-knit family-oriented work environment where employees are genuinely valued and supported.
This is a varied and dynamic position that combines accounting human resources and office management providing an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a permanent career role with leadership responsibilities and the chance to contribute meaningfully over the long term.
Key Responsibilities for the Job:
- Manage internal accounting functions including payroll payables receivables and trust accounts
- Oversee monthly reconciliations in collaboration with an external accounting firm (monthly and annual reconciliations and audits)
- Ensure compliance with trust account regulations and maintain accurate financial records
- Oversee staffing onboarding performance management and vacation scheduling
- Support a positive workplace culture and foster strong communication across the team
- Manage the overall flow of office operations to ensure efficiency and alignment with firm goals
Experience & Attributes for Success:
- Strong hands-on experience and proven organizational skills in a versatile and busy work environment
- 5 years experience in office management bookkeeping and human resources
- Prior experience within a legal environment and knowledge of trust account management is considered a strong asset
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite and adaptability to learn new software
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities
- Approachable and collaborative fostering a supportive team culture
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and compliance
- Proactive and resourceful able to anticipate needs and solve problems
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal
- Dependable and trustworthy especially in managing confidential information
If interested in this opportunity please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.
To learn more about similar opportunities the local job market or to discuss your career interests please contact Trish Carey Recruitment Consultant at .
Administrative Staffing is a specialist recruitment company focusing exclusively on the placement of administrative professionals. We offer candidates a wide range of job opportunities current knowledge of the employment market and a commitment to ensuring best fit with every placement. To view more job opportunities or for more information on Administrative Staffing please visit us at .
Administrative Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals regardless of their race ethnicity gender sexual orientation age ability religion or any other personal characteristic.
We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians Indigenous/Aboriginal People Racially Visible Persons Women Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ Persons.
Self-identification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process such as an interview or testing please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Internal Audit
- Supervising
- Data Entry
- Compliance
- Customer Service
- Accounting & Finance
- General Ledger Accounting
- IFRS
- External Audit
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP
- Payroll
- Financial statement
- ACCA
- CPA
About Company
Accountant Staffing is a specialist accounting and finance recruitment firm based in Halifax, NS. We focus on a wide variety of accounting and finance positions and assist employers in all aspects of hiring, as well as helping job seekers find new opportunities. Contact us today for m ... View more
