Financial Consultant

Financial Consultant

Halifax, NS (Hybrid)

Reference # HL-BAG-10330

Meridia Recruitment Solutions has partnered with Barrington Consulting Group in their search for a Financial Consultant to join their growing team in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Barrington Consulting Group helps organizations solve complex business challenges through practical advice, strategic thinking, and strong execution. Their team works closely with clients across sectors to strengthen operations, improve financial performance, and position organizations for long-term success.

As Barrington continues to grow, they are seeking a CPA who combines strong financial expertise with a passion for problem solving, financial analysis, business improvement, and client service. This role offers a unique opportunity to apply your accounting and analytical skills within a consulting environment, working directly with clients while contributing to meaningful projects that drive organizational performance.

As a Financial Consultant, you will work closely with clients and consulting teams to provide financial analysis, planning, and business advisory support. You will leverage financial information to help organizations make informed decisions, improve performance, and execute strategic initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting client engagements through financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and business planning;
• Developing financial models, business cases, and decision-support tools;
• Analyzing financial and operational data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks;
• Providing practical recommendations that support client growth and organizational effectiveness;
• Participating in client meetings and presentations while communicating financial information in a clear and meaningful manner;
• Collaborating with project teams to deliver high-quality consulting solutions;
• Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, controls, reporting, and decision-making frameworks;
• Supporting the development of management reporting, dashboards, and performance metrics;
• Contributing to strategic initiatives that support the continued growth of Barrington Consulting Group.

As the ideal candidate, you are a collaborative and analytical finance professional who enjoys solving complex business challenges and building strong relationships with clients and colleagues alike. Your qualifications include:

• CPA designation (or in program)
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline;
• 3-7 years of progressive experience in public accounting, financial analysis, FP&A, consulting, or corporate finance;
• Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities;
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel;
• Experience working with ERP, accounting, and reporting systems;
• Power BI experience would be considered a strong asset;
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills;
• A proactive mindset and desire to continuously learn and develop.

Why Barrington Consulting Group?

Barrington offers professionals the opportunity to move beyond traditional accounting and become a trusted advisor to a diverse client base. Team members enjoy exposure to a variety of organizations, meaningful project work, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on client success.

In addition to a competitive compensation package, Barrington offers:

• Flexible hybrid work arrangements;
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits;
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities;
• Exposure to diverse and challenging consulting engagements;
• A collaborative and values-driven culture;
• The opportunity to contribute to the growth of a respected Atlantic Canadian consulting firm.

Ready to move beyond audit and assurance engagements or month-end reporting and become a trusted business advisor? Barrington offers the opportunity to apply your CPA training in a collaborative consulting environment where curiosity, initiative, and strategic thinking are valued every day.

To express interest in this opportunity please apply online by clicking:

https://meridiarecruitment.ca/Career/17939260336510000008dup

For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact Heather Labucki, Partner, or Jason Ozon, Senior Consultant, at jozon@kbrs.ca. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Jason Ozon 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.

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