Senior Accountant

Position Overview

Safe. Trusted. Respected. Aecon Civil is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and core local strength in key markets.

We’re proud of our work helping to expand and improve Canada’s infrastructure and transportation networks, and we’re ready to build the future of our country.

With over a century of experience, and the ability to offer diverse, comprehensive services, Aecon is a preferred contractor for our clients.

This includes numerous public entities and Public-Private Partnerships in Canada and abroad.

Under the direction of the Senior Finance Manager, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for supporting Major Project West projects.

This position is located in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the month end close processes (preparation of journal entries, elimination entries, recurring entries and accruals).
• Review monthly / quarterly deliverables from internal projects or business units.
• Intercompany reconciliation, confirmation of intercompany balances and coordination of transactions.
• Preparation of monthly management report deliverables.
• Assist with internal and external audit activities.
• Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and / or financial statement notes.
• Research IFRS as needed to ensure established Aecon policies and procedures are compliant with IFRS.
• Assist with annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes as needed.
• Liaise with other Aecon departments as required.
• Maintain respect, effective communication and relationships with management and staff of all levels.
• Account analysis and preparation of working papers and schedules.
• Assist with new project setup.

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Experience in construction or related industry is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience required.
• CPA designation or equivalent required.
• Experience in construction or related industry is preferred.
• Experience with SAP, BPC and Business Objects is valued.
• Progressive experience that indicates strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced level in Excel.
• Ability to influence without specific authority.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Strong ability to think creatively, challenge the status quo, deal with ambiguity, and interact with a wide variety of Personalities.
• History of strong personal performance and value add to the business.
• Demonstrated success working with internal / external stakeholders.
• Strong financial acumen and relevant financial skills, including quantitative problem solving.
• Broad business knowledge, end-to-end thinking, and organizational awareness.

The expected pay range for this position is $75,000-$85,000.