Job placement solutions
for workers.
At Accountant Staffing, our sole focus is the recruitment and placement of talented accounting and finance professionals throughout Atlantic Canada.
Whether you are looking for a permanent career change or the flexibility and experience that can be gained from temporary assignments, we can help.
We use sophisticated database technology to track and match candidates to opportunities. But technology can only go so far. We get to know you personally – your experience and education, as well as your preferences and career goals.
By registering with us you will have confidential access to some of the best accounting and finance assignments and positions available. Our experience in this specialized market enables us to provide guidance with respect to current market demands, the skills employers are seeking, salary levels and professional accounting programs.
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What our clients are looking for
When employers in Atlantic Canada call us for recruitment assistance, we obtain very detailed information about the skills, experience and educational requirements for the position as well as other soft skills that would result in a great match.
Accountant Staffing recruits for accounting roles that are temporary or permanent at all levels including junior, intermediate and senior levels. Examples of roles include:
Junior
- Junior & Senior Accounting Clerks
- Junior Accountant
- Accounting Technician
- Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Specialist
- Payroll Clerk
- Tax Clerk
- Data Entry Clerk
Intermediate
- General Accountant
- Property Accountant
- Bookkeeper
- Office Manager
- Financial Analyst / Budget Analyst
- AR/AP Supervisor
- Payroll Specialist
- Part-time Bookkeeper
- Procurement Manager
Senior
- CFO
- VP Finance
- Director of Finance
- Controller
- Accounting Manager
- Assistant Controller
- Senior Level Accountant
- Senior Financial Analyst
- Internal Auditor
- Financial Reporting Officer
Meeting With Us
If your experience and background is a good match for the types of positions we are currently recruiting for, we will contact you to come in and meet with one of our consultants.
Our meetings are designed to gain insight into your personal and professional aspirations. Where have you been and where do you want to go? What sort of working style do you prefer? Are you interested in large companies with a lot of opportunity for advancement or do you work best in an entrepreneurial environment that allows you to influence operational decisions? Do you thrive on details or prefer to focus on the big picture?
If you have not completed a professional accounting designation, we will assess your level of accounting knowledge using an electronic test that takes approximately 30 minutes. We will also gather important administrative information – references, software experience, salary expectations and the like. We want to be sure we have everything we need to help you put your strengths to work in the advancement of your career.
Based upon the information we have gathered, if a position becomes available where your experience and goals match the specific details requested by the employer, we will contact you to see if the position may be of interest.
If you have any questions about registering with us or want to find out more about accounting opportunities or careers, please contact us by calling one of our local offices.
We will review your information and if there may be a suitable role available right away or likely to become available in the near future, we will schedule an immediate meeting. Otherwise, we will keep your resume on file and contact you should we require further information.
What is the difference between temporary and permanent recruitment?
Temporary staffing generally refers to temporary assistance that may be required by a company for a variety of reasons including:
- Special projects
- Parental leaves
- Peak work periods
- Sudden position vacancies
- Vacation coverage
- Employee leaves of absence
Temporary staffing allows an employer to meet their immediate staffing needs quickly and flexibly. Additionally, employers may want to consider candidates as potential permanent employees by hiring them on contract first.
In contrast, permanent recruitment refers to a more in-depth search process for a candidate who will be hired directly by the employer on a permanent basis.
What are the benefits of temporary vs permanent employment?
While many job seekers are looking for the stability that comes with permanent employment, contract employment offers several advantages as well.
- Contract assignments are a great way to expand on your software and industry experience, as well as broaden your professional contacts
- The hiring process is much quicker
- Some candidates prefer the flexibility and variety provided by contract employment
- Should there be potential for permanent, it can be an opportunity to test-drive a company, to see whether it makes sense to accept permanent employment should the company make an offer
- In approximately 25% of our assignments, the contract employee is hired permanently by the company
How much experience do employers require for junior level roles?
We are always interested in speaking with candidates at all levels who have had the opportunity to gain accounting experience. For junior level roles, this accounting support or data entry experience may only be 6-12 months, but it has given you the opportunity to work in an office setting and gain hands-on experience.
I am currently working and my employer is not aware of my job search. How will you ensure confidentiality?
We will not present your resume or discuss your career goals with any potential employer without your prior approval. The entire placement process has been designed with a view towards protecting the confidentiality of job candidates. You can depend on our integrity to help maintain yours.
Once I am registered with Accountant Staffing, how long will it take to be placed?
When an employer calls us with a staffing requirement, we place all our efforts towards finding candidates that will be a great fit for the role and company. Whether it is a one week assignment or a permanent role, we strive to facilitate situations where the candidate and the employer are both happy.
Consequently, we may have the ideal opportunity for you immediately, or it may be some time before the position that’s just right for you becomes available. If any of your file details change after your registration, we encourage you to update us whenever possible.
Will it cost me anything to register with Accountant Staffing?
No. All of our fees are paid for by the employer. There is no charge to candidates.
I would like to relocate to Nova Scotia in the near future. Can I contact your organization to discuss my career interests prior to my arrival?
Yes. If you are an accounting or finance professional looking for a new career opportunity in Nova Scotia, we would be pleased to hear from you. Please send your resume to apply@accountantstaffing.com. Include a brief summary outlining what you are looking for, your availability, your minimum salary expectations and any other preliminary information that you consider important. If you would like to speak with a recruitment specialist, please call us at 902.491.1301. We would be happy to provide more information.
What sets Accountant Staffing apart from other recruitment firms?
First and foremost, we are a specialist firm. Businesses know what we do. Candidates know what we do. By focusing on our area of expertise, we are able to give you access to some of the best accounting and financing positions in the marketplace.
Secondly, we are committed to a personal approach. We use sophisticated technology to track and match candidates to opportunities. However, we believe technology can only go so far. We listen. We get to know our candidates and clients well beyond job descriptions and resumes. We will pay close attention to your personal and professional aspirations and refer you to positions that are suitable should they become available.
Looking for your next opportunity or need staff support? We'd love to hear from you.