Job prospects Accounting Assistant in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Accounting and related clerks in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

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The employment outlook will be good for Accounting and related clerks (NOC 14200) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Accounting and related clerks are employed in a variety of industries, making job prospects both diverse and plentiful.
• Employers will frequently require certification in accounting or finance and candidates should have a proficiency in using related software (for example, Sage, QuickBooks or Simply Accounting).
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills will enhance job prospects. An understanding of financial regulations is also beneficial.
• Individuals available to work part-time or overtime at the end of financial reporting periods and during the federal tax season may have better job prospects.
• Most job opportunities will arise in New Brunswick's three largest urban centres (Fredericton, Moncton and Saint John), where most business services are concentrated.

Here are some key facts about Accounting and related clerks in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 820 people work in this occupation.
• Accounting and related clerks mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 26%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 14%
  • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 7%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 7%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 6%

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