JOB TITLE: Senior Accountant
ABOUT THE NORTH ATLANTIC GROUP OF COMPANIES
The North Atlantic Group of Companies is a diverse and growing, province-wide leader in retail gas and convenience, residential, commercial, and wholesale fuels. For over 30 years, we’ve built our reputation on quality products, extraordinary service, and support for local communities. With our people first approach, North Atlantic looks for dynamic individuals who take initiative and who are committed to fostering a strong team environment. We want people who are known for their positive attitude, genuine communications, and personal drive.
As we advance our business for the future, North Atlantic is driven to developing efficient and green energy solutions aligned to the needs of the world in which we live. Committed to sustainable and responsible business practices, we’re driving industry forward, supporting new skills and new jobs for this ever-evolving landscape.
For more information about the North Atlantic Group of Companies, please visit www.northatlantic.ca
Position Overview
Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor, the Senior Accountant will primarily be responsible for ensuring the integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, and reconciling transactions, and resolving discrepancies. This role will prepare financial results reports for the management team, ensure corporate compliance with federal and provincial regulatory requirements, aid in the auditing function, support budgeting and forecasting and act as a guide to other accountants and support staff. The Senior Accountant will ensure the organization utilizes ethical accounting practices and standards across the retail fuel and convenience business operated by North Sun Energy – a limited partnership between North Atlantic and Petro-Canada.
Duties and Responsabilities:
- Support the preparation and review of monthly/quarterly financial statements, operating results, gross margin, and cash flow analysis
- Assist and review the accuracy of financial reporting, journal entries, and reconciliations completed by staff
- Support the annual external audit process by coordinating with third-party auditors and ensuring timely resolution of audit requests and completion of deliverables
- Support month-end and year-end close, including preparation of working papers and documentation
- Support the development and execution of budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning processes
- Contribute to ERP, systems, and process improvement initiatives
- Monitor and assess accounting and administrative internal controls, ethical standards, legislation, policies, and procedures to ensure corporate compliance within the organization
- Review payment batches and ensure compliance with internal controls
- Contribute to process improvements and efficiency initiatives
- Other duties as required
Qualifications:
- Degree or an advanced degree in business administration, management, finance, accounting, or a related field
- Professional accounting designation required; however, consideration will be given to candidates with an equivalent combination of relevant education and progressive accounting experience
- At least five years of accounting experience including preparation of financial reports, preparation of working papers and general ledger experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of accepted accounting rules, practices, tax laws, and reporting requirements
- Advanced proficiency with accounting software and spreadsheet programs and applications
- Excellent organizational and prioritization skills with a strong attention to detail
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, confidence and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and with external clients
North Sun Energy is committed to Employment Equity. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which include Health and Dental, Wellness Program Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Life Insurance Company Pension Plan with employer contribution Employee and Family Assistance Program Free on-site parking Employee engagement activities
If you are a highly motivated team player, have the qualifications, and are prepared to meet the challenges as outlined, apply by submitting your resume and cover letter to [email protected] by August 05 ,2026.
ABOUT NORTH SUN ENERGY
North Sun Energy is a co-ownership business between North Atlantic and Petro-Canada in Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and PEI. With more than 110 gas stations and convenience stores across the three provinces (some under the Petro-Canada brand and some under the North Atlantic brand), this collaboration enhances Petro-Canada’s national coast-to-coast network and extends North Atlantic’s presence into Nova Scotia and PEI. Customers across the region now benefit from an expanded range of loyalty rewards, including Petro-Canada’s Petro-Points™ program, Triangle Rewards® and North Atlantic’s Yay! ™ Rewards program, in addition to experiencing the celebrated Orangestore convenience store brand located at many of the sites.
North Sun Energy is focused on optimizing long term value and growth through strategic development initiatives, expansion efforts, and enhanced customer experiences.
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
