Project Accountant

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon 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.

The Project Accountant will be responsible for carrying out routine accounting activities related to the day to day project.

This will be a site-based position, assigned to a very exciting new major project in the GTA.

What You’ll Do Here :

Assist with month end close & prepare necessary journal entries

Prepare and enter month end accruals and cost transfers

Prepare monthly retails sales tax filings & related reconciliations

Assist in the preparation of monthly & yearly financial statements, supporting schedules and reports

Assist in the preparation of cash flows for the project

Prepare monthly reconciliations related to Balance Sheet & Income statement

Assist with accounts receivable, accounts payable, purchasing, payroll and to prepare financial reports

Assist with audits - financial, Internal control & tax

Assist in dealing with tax authorities, unions, suppliers & sub contractors

Assist with the review & issue of project cost reports and with developing Estimated Costs at Completion (ECAC)

Assist in compiling contract billings, managing change orders and subcontracts

Participate in the preparation of project forecasts quarterly / annual Business Plans / Budgets for the project

Work closely with Finance Manager in preparing monthly progress invoices to client

Enter client billings into the applicable system

What You Bring to the Team :

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting
• 3+ years of experience, should be pursuing CPA designation
• Experience in construction or related industry is preferred
• Experience with SAP, BPC and Business Objects is valued
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Ability to work with internal / external stakeholders
• Relevant financial skills
• Mobility is an asset
• Bilingual French / English is an asset

What Makes us Aecon Proud :

• Engaging and agile workplace culture, collaborative and inclusive teams
• Commitment to and to becoming a net-zero company by 2050
• Investing in our people through a variety of programs such as Aecon University, BluePrint leadership program, and Project Management Academy
• Variety of wellness benefits, access to virtual health care, 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums, Employee Assistance Program, Best Doctors Program, and more.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Recognition and rewards through Aecon Accolades, Aecon Achievement Awards and more
• Employee Stock Options, Short Term Incentive Program, Retirement Savings and Pension Plan
30+ days ago