Accountant (18-Month Contract with Benefits)

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Date: Jun 4, 2026

Location: Peterborough, ON, CA

Company: BWXT

At BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. (BWXT NEC), we are committed to excellence in every business initiative. With nearly 500 workers across locations in Peterborough, Toronto, and Arnprior,  BWXT NEC supplies nuclear fuel and fuel channel components, services, equipment and parts for the CANDU® nuclear power industry.

 

Welcome to BWXT 

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

 

We are looking for an Accountant (18 Month Contract with Benefits) for our Peterborough, Ontario site. The Peterborough community invites you to take a deep breath, relax and enjoy life. We have an abundance of recreational opportunities, festivals, and entertainment that is fueled by culture, nature and homegrown culinary experiences. Friendly people, inspiring landscapes and incredible lakes are waiting for you in the heart of cottage country. The region is home to 140,000 people (approx. 83,000 in the City of Peterborough) in addition to the charming towns, townships and villages that make up the County. We offer the best of all worlds here and we’d like you to get to know us a bit better. http://peterboroughed.ca/why-peterborough/live/

 

JOB OVERVIEW:

Tasks cover a broad spectrum relating to general accounting, supporting year-end audit, planning and analysis, controllership, and various projects depending on workload and timing. Specific task examples include variance analysis, month end reporting, job cost administration, transactional support of Accounts Payable & Receiving, transactional support for time entry, and improvement/digitization projects.

 

 

Location: Peterborough, ON

 

 

Your Day to Day:

  • Processes and reconciles all vendor related invoices.
  • Assists in coordinating bi-weekly payment runs.
  • Responsible for maintaining and updating vendor supply list as needed.
  • Prepares and maintains month end journal entry checklist.
  • Prepares and posts month end journal entries.
  • Assists in development and communication of annual budget and forecast.
  • Monitor and reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis
  • Analyze general accounts and identify, recommend or prepare journal entries/accruals as required.
  • Assists with the annual financial audit as required.
  • Identifies opportunities to streamline or automate processes to continuously improve service.
  • Liaison with all BWXT intercompany sites as required. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Degree/diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 
  • 1 - 3 years of experience in a General Accounting or similar role. 
  • Experience working with Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to influence decisions and interact with all levels of management.
  • Ability to produce high quality work-product in a time-sensitive fashion.
  • Ability to work independently and multi-task. 
 

 

The base salary range for this position in Ontario at the start of employment is expected to be between $45,000.00 and $64,000.00 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

 

Learn more about how BWXT employs nuclear technology to solve some of the world’s most important problems. BWXT’s capabilities video showcases our innovation in commercial nuclear power, addressing climate change, as well as our advanced nuclear medicine products treating patients around the world. We are People Strong. Innovation Driven.

 

BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, a conviction for which a pardon has been granted or a record suspended or any other category protected by federal law. BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources.

 


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