Finance Assistant
Top Benefits
About the role
Reporting to the Controller, the Finance Assistant position is responsible for the preparation and processing of all invoices and associated activities for accounts payable, revenue and cash accounting entries and associated reporting activities. The Finance Assistant supports the Controller in accurate data retrieval when preparing presentations to the board of finance and audit committee, and works closely within the Finance department team. The Finance Assistant ensures all daily reconciliations are in place to support finance operations.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Preparing and processing invoices and all associated Accounts Payable activities.
Support payroll processing to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.
- Completing revenue and cash accounting entries, including daily reconciliations.
- Preparing and posting journal entries with accuracy and timeliness.
- Performing bank and account reconciliations to support month-end and year-end processes.
- Setting up, tracking, and reporting capital assets and maintaining depreciation schedules.
- Assisting in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial statements.
- Conducting financial analysis and supporting monthly and quarterly reporting.
- Preparing electronic fund transfers (EFTs) and cheque payments.
- Maintaining accurate financial data entry and documentation following internal controls.
- Supporting the Controller with data retrieval and financial information for Board Finance and Audit Committee presentations.
- Collaborating with the Finance team to ensure smooth financial operations and continuous process improvement.
- Supporting the interim and year-end audit
- Performing general finance administrative duties as required.
Qualifications
- Diploma or certificate in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (degree considered an asset).
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in accounting or finance operations, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and certification.
- Experience with Accounts Payable, reconciliations, and journal entries preferred.
- Knowledge of payroll processes is an asset.
- Experience with accounting software, ERP systems and PayWorks.
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Applications).
- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, building and maintaining a network of working relationships with both internal and external clients and stakeholders.
- Highly organized multi-tasker, self-motivated, detail-focused, and able to work without direct supervision or extensive direction.
- Strong professional and ethical standards, integrity, objectivity and confidence.
- Skilled in data compilation, tracking, collation, analysis and report development.
Physical Requirements
Regularly lifting weights, files, folders, etc, ranging from 25 to 50 lbs. Additional tasks may involve varying levels of intensity in activities such as lifting, standing, walking, balancing, reaching overhead/forward/side, occasional climbing, bending/stooping, and kneeling.
Working Conditions
This position requires the incumbent to work in a standard office environment with minimal physical effort demands; this position requires regular computer-based work and frequent interaction with internal staff and external vendors. Due to the nature of this position, mental stress varies as this position requires occasional extended hours during peak periods such as month-end, year-end, and audit cycles. Work requires a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to meet tight deadlines. The role involves handling confidential financial information, performing repetitive data entry tasks, and occasionally lifting light office materials.
About the position: This is a Full-time, Non-Union position. The hours of work are 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (35 hours a week) from Monday to Friday; however, the role does require occasional extended hours. The comprehensive compensation package includes health and dental benefits in addition to insurance coverage.
Hiring wage: The annual compensation for this role is $46,787 to $58,484 (under review)
How to apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to ppinto@hdbc.ns.ca. Posting closes at 4:00 PM on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, or you can scan the QR code to apply online
Employment Equity Statement:
Our objective is to cultivate a diverse and representative workforce at all levels within Halifax Harbour Bridges (HHB), reflecting the communities we serve. We invite applications from Indigenous Peoples, African Nova Scotians, Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and Women in non-traditional roles. Members of these equity groups are encouraged to self-identify in their electronic application submissions.
The collection of self-identification data is a vital component of HHB's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). This data provides valuable insights into the diversity of the applicant population and enhances HHB's ability to monitor progress in advancing EDI within our recruitment processes.
While HHB appreciates all applications received, please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
About Halifax Harbour Bridges
Halifax Harbour Bridges (HHB) manages two key pieces of transportation infrastructure in the province of Nova Scotia: the Angus L. Macdonald and A. Murray MacKay bridges.
Every year, almost 34 million crossings are made across the two suspension bridges and on most weekdays, the average number of crossings is well above 105,000.
There are 35 permanent employees working for HHB and this number grows to almost 100 during the spring and summer with the painting and gardening crew. Another 50 members of the Corps of Commissionaires manage the bridge operations including cash toll collection and bridge security.
HHB is a provincial agency that reports to the Minister of Finance. All revenue generated through tolls is dedicated to the ongoing maintenance and operations of the bridges to ensure a safe, efficient and reliable passage for the public.
For more information go to hdbc.ca
Finance Assistant
Top Benefits
About the role
Reporting to the Controller, the Finance Assistant position is responsible for the preparation and processing of all invoices and associated activities for accounts payable, revenue and cash accounting entries and associated reporting activities. The Finance Assistant supports the Controller in accurate data retrieval when preparing presentations to the board of finance and audit committee, and works closely within the Finance department team. The Finance Assistant ensures all daily reconciliations are in place to support finance operations.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Preparing and processing invoices and all associated Accounts Payable activities.
Support payroll processing to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.
- Completing revenue and cash accounting entries, including daily reconciliations.
- Preparing and posting journal entries with accuracy and timeliness.
- Performing bank and account reconciliations to support month-end and year-end processes.
- Setting up, tracking, and reporting capital assets and maintaining depreciation schedules.
- Assisting in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial statements.
- Conducting financial analysis and supporting monthly and quarterly reporting.
- Preparing electronic fund transfers (EFTs) and cheque payments.
- Maintaining accurate financial data entry and documentation following internal controls.
- Supporting the Controller with data retrieval and financial information for Board Finance and Audit Committee presentations.
- Collaborating with the Finance team to ensure smooth financial operations and continuous process improvement.
- Supporting the interim and year-end audit
- Performing general finance administrative duties as required.
Qualifications
- Diploma or certificate in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (degree considered an asset).
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in accounting or finance operations, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and certification.
- Experience with Accounts Payable, reconciliations, and journal entries preferred.
- Knowledge of payroll processes is an asset.
- Experience with accounting software, ERP systems and PayWorks.
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Applications).
- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, building and maintaining a network of working relationships with both internal and external clients and stakeholders.
- Highly organized multi-tasker, self-motivated, detail-focused, and able to work without direct supervision or extensive direction.
- Strong professional and ethical standards, integrity, objectivity and confidence.
- Skilled in data compilation, tracking, collation, analysis and report development.
Physical Requirements
Regularly lifting weights, files, folders, etc, ranging from 25 to 50 lbs. Additional tasks may involve varying levels of intensity in activities such as lifting, standing, walking, balancing, reaching overhead/forward/side, occasional climbing, bending/stooping, and kneeling.
Working Conditions
This position requires the incumbent to work in a standard office environment with minimal physical effort demands; this position requires regular computer-based work and frequent interaction with internal staff and external vendors. Due to the nature of this position, mental stress varies as this position requires occasional extended hours during peak periods such as month-end, year-end, and audit cycles. Work requires a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to meet tight deadlines. The role involves handling confidential financial information, performing repetitive data entry tasks, and occasionally lifting light office materials.
About the position: This is a Full-time, Non-Union position. The hours of work are 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (35 hours a week) from Monday to Friday; however, the role does require occasional extended hours. The comprehensive compensation package includes health and dental benefits in addition to insurance coverage.
Hiring wage: The annual compensation for this role is $46,787 to $58,484 (under review)
How to apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to ppinto@hdbc.ns.ca. Posting closes at 4:00 PM on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, or you can scan the QR code to apply online
Employment Equity Statement:
Our objective is to cultivate a diverse and representative workforce at all levels within Halifax Harbour Bridges (HHB), reflecting the communities we serve. We invite applications from Indigenous Peoples, African Nova Scotians, Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and Women in non-traditional roles. Members of these equity groups are encouraged to self-identify in their electronic application submissions.
The collection of self-identification data is a vital component of HHB's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). This data provides valuable insights into the diversity of the applicant population and enhances HHB's ability to monitor progress in advancing EDI within our recruitment processes.
While HHB appreciates all applications received, please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
About Halifax Harbour Bridges
Halifax Harbour Bridges (HHB) manages two key pieces of transportation infrastructure in the province of Nova Scotia: the Angus L. Macdonald and A. Murray MacKay bridges.
Every year, almost 34 million crossings are made across the two suspension bridges and on most weekdays, the average number of crossings is well above 105,000.
There are 35 permanent employees working for HHB and this number grows to almost 100 during the spring and summer with the painting and gardening crew. Another 50 members of the Corps of Commissionaires manage the bridge operations including cash toll collection and bridge security.
HHB is a provincial agency that reports to the Minister of Finance. All revenue generated through tolls is dedicated to the ongoing maintenance and operations of the bridges to ensure a safe, efficient and reliable passage for the public.
For more information go to hdbc.ca