Accounting Manager
Halifax, NS
Reference # HL-6306
You might not be actively looking, but sometimes, the right opportunity finds you. Our client, Cove Soda Co., is one of Canada’s fastest-growing beverage brands, experiencing incredible momentum with North America-wide distribution, exciting partnerships, and unique collaborations. At Cove, they are reimagining the beverage industry with creativity, collaboration, and bold ambition. Meridia Recruitment is thrilled to be partnered with them to bring an Accounting Manager to their growing team in Halifax, NS.
Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Manager will play an essential role in optimizing the company’s financial operations and driving process improvements to keep their team informed, connected and ahead of the curve. This is a hands-on role that will see the Accounting Manager understanding and being an integral part of the full accounts receivable function.
Responsibilities in this role will include:
The ideal candidate will possess:
What this role will offer you:
This could be the role that takes your career to the next level. If you are an accounting professional looking to build on your skills with hands-on experience in a fast-paced, growing environment, you don’t want to miss out on this opportunity! Connect with us to learn more or apply now.
More about Cove Soda Co:
Cove Soda Co. was founded in 2017 by brothers John and Ryan MacLellan in their mother’s kitchen in Malignant Cove, Nova Scotia. Cove Soda is a delicious, refreshing beverage brand that offers natural, low-sugar sodas with a focus on health and taste. They’re on a mission to create an alternative to traditional sodas that prioritizes wellness without sacrificing flavour. Learn more at www.covesoda.com
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, Consultant, at smorey@kbrs.ca If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Sara Morey know.
Meridia Recruitment Solutions connects leading organizations with top talent by building strong relationships and creating ideal matches with candidates because we are only successful when you are. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity.
To learn more about Meridia Recruitment Solutions, our job opportunities, and career advice we invite you to explore our site and subscribe for career alerts.
Halifax, NS
Reference # HL-6306
You might not be actively looking, but sometimes, the right opportunity finds you. Our client, Cove Soda Co., is one of Canada’s fastest-growing beverage brands, experiencing incredible momentum with North America-wide distribution, exciting partnerships, and unique collaborations. At Cove, they are reimagining the beverage industry with creativity, collaboration, and bold ambition. Meridia Recruitment is thrilled to be partnered with them to bring an Accounting Manager to their growing team in Halifax, NS.
Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Manager will play an essential role in optimizing the company’s financial operations and driving process improvements to keep their team informed, connected and ahead of the curve. This is a hands-on role that will see the Accounting Manager understanding and being an integral part of the full accounts receivable function.
Responsibilities in this role will include:
- Managing accounts receivable (AR), including invoicing, accruals, collections, and resolving customer deductions.
- Tackling complex financial issues, automating workflows, and leading special projects as assigned.
- Owning the setup and ongoing maintenance of our customer portals, ensuring accurate reporting and proactively resolving discrepancies.
- Supporting ERP system implementation and maintenance and guiding users along the way.
- Reconciling revenue transactions and cash receipts to deliver accurate cash flow forecasting.
- Collaborating with Sales to align financial expectations and refine forecasting tools.
- Mentoring junior team members and supporting the broader finance team.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- CPA designation or in progress.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- Demonstrated career progression in accounting roles, showcasing growth through increasing levels of responsibility, ideally within fast-paced, high-growth environments.
- Experience in manufacturing environments and inventory processes is a plus.
- Prior experience in consumer-packaged goods or food retail environments is an asset.
- Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and critical thinking skills.
- Stellar organizational and multitasking skills—you thrive under pressure and tight deadlines.
- A knack for solving problems and thriving under pressure.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and reconciliation skills.
- Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Excel, and ERP systems (bonus if you’ve helped with implementing an ERP).
- Understanding of foreign exchange and multi-currency exchange for treasury and invoicing purposes.
- The ability to connect the dots, identify issues before they arise, and bring proactive solutions.
- A collaborative, positive attitude that inspires trust and a team-oriented mindset.
- Prior hands-on experience with Amazon Vendor Central is an asset.
What this role will offer you:
- Hybrid working structure.
- The opportunity to grow your career with a collaborative and supportive team that values your ideas and expertise.
- A dynamic work environment that will challenge you, stretch you and reward your hard work.
- An opportunity to use your skills to drive meaningful change in the beverage industry.
This could be the role that takes your career to the next level. If you are an accounting professional looking to build on your skills with hands-on experience in a fast-paced, growing environment, you don’t want to miss out on this opportunity! Connect with us to learn more or apply now.
More about Cove Soda Co:
Cove Soda Co. was founded in 2017 by brothers John and Ryan MacLellan in their mother’s kitchen in Malignant Cove, Nova Scotia. Cove Soda is a delicious, refreshing beverage brand that offers natural, low-sugar sodas with a focus on health and taste. They’re on a mission to create an alternative to traditional sodas that prioritizes wellness without sacrificing flavour. Learn more at www.covesoda.com
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, Consultant, at smorey@kbrs.ca If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Sara Morey know.
Meridia Recruitment Solutions connects leading organizations with top talent by building strong relationships and creating ideal matches with candidates because we are only successful when you are. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity.
To learn more about Meridia Recruitment Solutions, our job opportunities, and career advice we invite you to explore our site and subscribe for career alerts.
