At a Glance
- Tasks: Support financial processes and reporting while ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial information.
- Company: Join Stewart McKelvey, a modern law firm that values diversity and innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work arrangements, competitive pay, wellness allowances, and a supportive culture.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional development and a positive workplace culture.
- Why this job: Make an impact in finance while working in a fun, inclusive environment.
- Qualifications: Post-secondary education in Accounting or Finance with 2-3 years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Come work with us!
We are not your average law firm.
At Stewart Mc Kelvey, we think: forward in a typically traditional field to outperform the expectations of our clients – and our lawyers.
Our team members are the force that drives our business toward a modern, diverse and innovative future.
Our goal is to continue to invest in people who contribute their diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences. At Stewart Mc Kelvey, your whole unique self will belong.
In return, we offer a culture that supports flexible work arrangements, mental and physical wellness, and a competitive compensation & benefits package.
A few things in particular that we offer to our team include
- Flexible work arrangements for many positions, including work from home options
- A generous paid time-off package including vacation time, sick time and “flex days”
- Group Retirement Plan with employer contribution matching
- A top rate flexible health and dental plan
- An annual wellness allowance, for a broad range of eligible expenses, such as fitness memberships and fees, fitness equipment, general health & wellness support, personal development courses, and home office expenses
- A “Dress for your Day” policy
- Assistance for continuing education
- Social events and staff retreats
- A positive and fun work environment where we value inclusion and mutual respect
If this sounds like a work environment, you’d thrive in, we may have just the right opportunity for you!
We are currently seeking a Financial Accountant to join our Finance team based in the Firm’s Halifax, NS office.
- Type of Position: Full-Time, Permanent
- Close Date: November 3, 2026
The Opportunity
- Support the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing and posting journal entries and maintaining supporting documentation.
- Own the reconciliation and analysis of assigned general ledger accounts, investigating variances and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, including actual-to-budget analysis and identification of key variances.
- Perform bank reconciliations and related analysis, proactively investigating and resolving outstanding items.
- Support strong financial controls and data integrity through the review and maintenance of vendor information and other key financial records.
- Play an active role in the annual financial statement audit, preparing schedules, reconciliations, supporting documentation, and responding to audit requests.
- Contribute to the modernization and continuous improvement of Finance processes, reporting, and controls, identifying opportunities to enhance accuracy, consistency, and effectiveness.
- Participate in Finance projects and initiatives and provide accounting and reporting support across the department as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
- Post‑secondary education in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably within a legal or other professional services environment.;
- Strong Microsoft Excel and financial systems skills, with an interest in using technology to improve processes and reporting.
- Strong accounting knowledge and analytical skills, including experience with reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting and variance analysis.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and business acumen, with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
Our Focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Stewart Mc Kelvey, we are committed to a workplace where you truly belong.
We celebrate and respect the unique identities, perspectives, and experiences that each person brings, ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and valued as part of our firm.
During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation.
Applicants invited to participate in an interview and who require an accommodation are encouraged to speak with a member of the recruitment team and discuss what we can do to better support them during this process.
We thank all applicants for their interest.
However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted and any offer of employment will be conditional upon a satisfactory background check.
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