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Project Accountant

Project Accountant

Hays • Montréal
27 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Project Accounting Specialist — ConstructionThe OpportunityWe are partnering with a well‑established organization operating in aplex project‑based environment to recruit a
Project Accounting Specialist. This role sits at the intersection of finance and operations and plays a critical part in ensuring financial accuracy, contract alignment, and cost visibility across multiple active projects.This is a hands‑on position suited for someone who thrives in detail‑oriented work, understands construction/project lifecycles, and isfortable working closely with operational teams.What You’ll Be Responsible For
  • Oversee the
    financial tracking of active projects, including cost monitoring, forecast‑toplete updates, and variance analysis
  • Prepare and manage
    project billings, subcontractor claims, purchase documentation, and supplier invoices in accordance with contractual requirements
  • Act as a financial partner to
    project managers and field teams, ensuring timely and accurate capture of cost information
  • Support
    monthly and annual close processes, including accruals, reconciliations, and project‑level journal entries
  • Review financial impacts of
    change events, retention calculations, and project cash flow needs
  • Maintain alignment between
    contracts, schedules, and financial reporting, in collaboration with procurement and operations
  • Ensurepliance with applicable
    tax regulations
    (including indirect taxes) and industry‑specific accounting standards
  • Contribute to internal and external
    audit processes
    by preparing supporting documentation and explanations
  • Identify opportunities to improve
    processes, controls, and reporting efficiency
What We’re Looking For
  • 3+ years of accounting experience
    within a project‑driven or construction‑related environment
  • Proven experience with
    job costing, progress billing, and subcontractor financial administration
  • Strong working knowledge of
    project‑based accounting systems
    (construction or ERP platforms)
  • Solid understanding of
    financial controls, cost reporting, and accounting standards
  • Advanced
    Excel
    skills andfort working with detailed cost data
  • Progress toward a
    CPA designation
    (or equivalent) is preferred
  • Formal training or exposure to
    construction finance
    is considered an asset
Profile of Success
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail
  • Analytical andfortable working withplex financial data
  • Able to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment
  • Clearmunicator who works well with both finance and operations teams
  • Proactive, solutions‑oriented, and process‑minded
What’s Offered
  • Exposure to
    large‑scale, technicallyplex projects
  • Stable, growth‑oriented environment
  • Ongoing learning and professional development
  • Collaborative culture with high standards for quality and accountability

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