Project Accountant

What would you be doing

• Lead and coach a team of Financial Transaction Coordinators ensuring timely time entry client reporting and billing processes. Drive the team to meet daily targets as these processes impact Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).
• Oversee month-end close activities for assigned districts including capturing all time entries processing A/R invoices and creating accruals for the GL. Review GL and project transactions to ensure accuracy investigating and resolving anomalies.
• Prepare and present detailed variance analysis on revenue changes and margin drivers providing insights into margin erosion and performance trends.
• Facilitate weekly A/R and WIP aging meetings to address past-due transactions and invoices develop plans to expedite invoicing and manage holdbacks ensuring timely releases. Escalate aging issues as needed to expedite payments.
• Generate weekly and monthly reports on project performance non-billable costs and working capital aging. Collaborate with Operations for project setup rate analysis and customer requests including audits and ad-hoc reporting.

Perks of the job

• Competitive compensation.
• Health coverage for you and your family.
• RRSP matching.
• Opportunity for internal development and growth.

Qualifications :

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in Project Accounting preferably in the Oil & Gas industry with expertise in forecasting project profitability analysis and handling customer audits.
• Experience with client contracts payment terms such as Time & Material or Cost Plus burden reimbursement and project cost control including labor materials and services. Proficient in accounts payable/receivable processes months end and MS Excel.
• Excellent analytical written and verbal communication skills with a high level of accuracy and precision in repetitive tasks. Skilled in word processing and presentation tools.
• Experienced team leader collaborative self-motivated and highly organized with the ability to operate efficiently under pressure while maintaining confidentiality.
• University Degree in Accounting or Finance; pursuing or holding a CA CMA CGA or CPA designation. Experience with IFS and a track record of supporting DSO improvement are assets.

Additional Information :

As a condition of employment qualified applicants who accept the role must complete a satisfactory pre-employment Background Check.

Our Commitment to Our People

When you join ClearWater we make these promises:

• Your work will matter. The projects youll help build will serve communities for generations.
• Your growth is our priority. Well invest in your development and create paths for advancement.
• Your voice will be heard. Your experience and ideas will shape how we tackle challenges.
• Your team will support you. Youll work with people who want to see you succeed.
• Your ambition will be rewarded. As you grow ClearWater grows and we recognize those who help us build better.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills
Accounting Software,Organizational skills,Construction Experience,GAAP,QuickBooks,Pivot tables,Accounting,Sage,Account Reconciliation,Cost Accounting Standards,Microsoft Excel,Contracts
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1