Project Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Are you a detail-driven accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced project environment? As a Project Accountant, you’ll be a trusted financial partner on high-impact construction projects, supporting cost-plus, IPD, and Construction Management work from start-up through close-out.

You’ll work closely with Project Managers, Directors, and Accounting teams to ensure accurate billings, strong financial controls, and compliance - while helping projects run smoothly and profitably.

This position may be based in any Chandos office (Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Kelowna, Vancouver, Toronto, Ottawa)

Job Description

What You’ll Do

• Manage project billings, contract reviews, and billing setup to capture all recoverable costs
• Prepare and review monthly billings with Project Managers and respond to client inquiries
• Perform billing audits, job cost adjustments, and variance analysis
• Monitor receivables, lien timelines, prompt payment requirements, and pay-when-paid terms
• Oversee subcontractor invoicing, payment controls, and compliance documentation
• Partner with Accounts Payable on cost processing, accruals, and payment files
• Support forecasting, reporting, and project status reviews
• Act as a subject matter expert on complex IPD and CM projects and mentor team members

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys ownership, problem-solving, and being deeply embedded in the success of construction projects.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Preferred qualifications

Additional Information

Chandos is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. This commitment extends throughout our recruitment and hiring process and into every aspect of how we work together.

We believe our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent, nurture it, and empower our people with the tools and support they need to make a meaningful impact.

We are proudly 100% employee owned. Every team member at Chandos has the opportunity to become an owner, because we believe in shared success. With only one class of ownership units, everyone is treated equally. When we say we’re an entrepreneurial-minded organization, we truly mean it.

What We Offer

Competitive wages

A comprehensive, employer-paid benefits program, including health, dental, vision care, and an employee assistance program

RRSP matching to support long-term financial security

Educational assistance for job-related and career-enhancing development

Recognition programs and annual salary reviews

Leadership conferences that foster connection and collaboration

Regular company-wide engagement opportunities