Jobs in Nova Scotia

Jobs across Nova Scotia, Canada. Choose a city or town to search nearby.

8,554 listings · 1,332 employers Counted Sep 18, 2026. How we count

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Employers hiring include J.D. Irving, Limited (252 listings), Loblaw Companies Limited (245 listings), Walmart Canada (221 listings).

Common roles: Retail sales associate, Customer service representative, Cook.

529 of these listings include employer-provided pay. Open a job to see its currency and pay period.

Advertised starting pay
Pay period	Median starting pay	Listings
CAD / hour	19.00	261
CAD / year	75,000.00	200
USD / hour	19.00	23

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Workplace classifications: 0% remote, 12% hybrid, 88% on-site, 0% not specified. Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad.

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Jobs in Nova Scotia

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Solution Engineer with (GitHub Actions) or Platform Engineer with AI
Zodiac Solutions, Inc
Halifax, NS
Full-time
Environment and Carbon Reduction Specialist
Sobeys Capital Incorporated or a Franchise/Affiliate / ou une franchise/société affiliée
Dartmouth, NS
Cook
Shannex Incorporated
Antigonish, NS
Temporary
Food Service Worker Part Time
Compass Group Canada
Pomquet, NS
Part-time
Regulated Pharmacy Technician, Hourly Part Time Flexible Shifts
Loblaw Companies Limited
Halifax, NS
Part-time
Cashier, Hourly Part Time Flexible Shifts
Loblaw Companies Limited
Halifax, NS
Part-time
Pharmacy Intern, Hourly Part Time Flexible Shifts
Loblaw Companies Limited
Halifax, NS
Part-time
Pharmacy Intern, Hourly Full Time Flexible Shifts
Loblaw Companies Limited
Halifax, NS
Full-time
Prepared Foods - Manager Deli
Sobeys
Elmsdale, NS
Full-time
Environment and Carbon Reduction Specialist
Sobeys
Dartmouth, NS
Full-time
hairstylist
Feathers Brow and Hair Studio
Bedford, NS
Full-time
Bookkeeper Full Time Day
No Frills
Dartmouth, NS
Full-time
CBVRCE 2026 CONF-004, HR Personnel Officer (Permanent, Non-Union)
Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP
Sydney, NS
Director, Talent & Work Strategy
Nova Scotia Power
Halifax, NS
Full-time
Client Advisor Intern
RBC
Antigonish, NS
Part-time
Clinical Applications Specialist
ZEISS Group
Halifax, NS
Full-time
Accounts Payable Analyst
Waste Connections
New Canada, NS
Full-time
Planet Fitness - Overnight Member Services Representative - Full Time - Lower Sackville
Taymax Group
Lower Sackville, NS
Full-time
Fit4Less Host - Sackville Drive
GoodLife Fitness
Lower Sackville, NS
Part-time
Senior .NET Core Azure Developer (Hybrid)
Cognizant
Halifax, NS
Full-time
Utility Worker - Permanent - Part Time - Days - 48 Hour Biweekly - 2 Positions
Northwood Care
Halifax, NS
Part-time
Senior Consultant - Governance, Risk & Compliance Services / Internal Audit and Internal Controls in Halifax
KPMG
Halifax, NS
Full-time
Manager - Governance, Risk & Compliance Services / Internal Audit and Internal Controls in Halifax
KPMG
Halifax, NS
Full-time
Inspector (Specialist) 3 (Boiler and Pressure Equipment)
The Government of Nova Scotia
Halifax, NS
Parts Advisor
Steele Auto Group
New Glasgow, NS
Full-time

Express Employment Professionals - Halifax

Accounting Manager

Halifax, NS, Canada
Greater Halifax Metropolitan Area, Canada

Pay: $80,000 to $90,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 16, 2026

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Responsibilities

The Accounting Manager will prepare and review financial statements, tax returns, and audit engagements while ensuring compliance with GAAP and tax legislation. They will also mentor junior staff, provide advisory support to clients, and assist with practice management functions.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a CPA designation and a university degree in Commerce or Accounting. A minimum of 2 years of experience in a public accounting firm and proficiency in Caseware and tax software are required.

Experience

2 to 5 years

Education

bachelor degree
professional certificate

Working hours

40 hours per week

Work arrangement

On-site

Skills

CPA designation
Tax return preparation
GAAP
Audit engagements
Review engagements
Caseware
Profile
Sage
Leadership
Mentoring
Client advisory
Problem-solving
Communication
Tax legislation
Assurance standards

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Keywords

Accounting Manager
CPA
Audit
Financial Statements
Tax Returns
T2
T1
GAAP
Caseware
Profile
Sage
QuickBooks
Xero
Assurance
Payroll
CRA
Public Accounting
Practice Management
Mentoring
Compliance
Advisory
Tax Legislation
Working Papers
Quality Control
Business Inquiries

Original job description

Express Employment Professionals is hiring an Accounting Manager (CPA) for our client, a well-established and client-focused Chartered Professional Accounting firm. This is an excellent opportunity for a designated CPA who enjoys working independently, mentoring junior staff, and delivering high-quality financial and tax services to a diverse client base.

What you’ll be doing:

Prepare and review audit and review engagements and non-assurance financial statements with appropriate disclosures
Prepare and review corporate (T2), personal (T1), and other tax returns (T3, T4, T5, etc.)
Ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP, tax legislation, and professional standards
Review working paper files and provide detailed review notes for quality control purposes
Mentor and support junior staff in file preparation and use of software such as Caseware and Sage
Provide advisory support to clients on tax, payroll, CRA matters, and general business inquiries
Assist with practice management functions, including monitoring updates to CPA standards and tax rules
Participate in client meetings and occasional local travel as required

What we’re looking for:

CPA designation (required)
University degree in Commerce or Accounting
Minimum 2+ years of experience in a public accounting firm
Strong experience preparing financial statements and tax returns
Solid understanding of GAAP, tax legislation, and assurance standards
Proficiency with Caseware and Profile (experience with Sage, QuickBooks, or Xero considered an asset)
Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail
Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and review junior staff work
Strong client communication and problem-solving abilities

Why you’ll love this role:

Monday to Friday during regular business hours
Overtime required during tax season (as needed throughout the year)
Occasional local travel for client meetings
Salary range: $80,000 – $90,000 per year (depending on experience)
Negotiable start date

About Express Employment Professionals

At Express Employment Professionals, we help people find temporary, permanent, and contract opportunities that align with their skills, experience, and career goals. We take the time to get to know our candidates and support them throughout the hiring process to help them find the right fit.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. If you're interested in this opportunity but don't meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.

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