Accounting Manager

Carlson Construction Group; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive compensation

Company-paid RRSP contributions

Bonus eligibility

Professional development

Job summary

Carlson Construction Group, owned and operated by the Carlson family, is seeking an Accounting Manager to provide financial leadership across five operating entities. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will oversee accounting operations, drive processes, and support strategic decision-making.

The role offers a hybrid schedule with four days in the office and one day from home each week, a competitive salary in the CAD 95,000–120,000 range, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years supervising accounting staff.
• Familiarity with Acumatica is beneficial.
• Experience in the construction industry and unionized environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel pivot tables.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations for all five operating entities.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year end close procedures.
• Ensure accurate recording of revenue, costs, payroll, accruals, prepaids, fixed assets and intercompany accounts.
• Coordinate responsibilities within team members to meet deadlines.
• Oversee AP and AR processes across five entities.
• Monitor cash requirements across all entities and projects.
• Coordinate budgets and support year-end audit and reporting.

Skills

Supervising accounting staff

Excel pivot tables

Communication skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Tools

Acumatica

Job description

Carlson Construction Group,owned and operated by the Carlson family, celebrated its 55th anniversary in 2026. As a distinguished contractor, Carlson specializes in heavy civil, industrial, marine, and deep foundation services. Recognized as one of the largest specialty contractors in British Columbia by Business in Vancouver’s annual rankings, our group of companies includes Brymark Installations Group, Corwest Fabrications, Vancouver Pile Driving, and Carlson Marine & Industrial Rentals Ltd (CMIR), To learn more about us, visit the Carlson Construction Group website.

Ready to take the next step in your accounting career?

Join Carlson, a leader in the heavy civil and marine construction industry, as our next Accounting Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in our growing organization while advancing your career in a collaborative and supportive environment.

About the Role

Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will provide financial leadership and support across our group of companies, partnering with senior management to drive strong financial performance, enhance processes, and support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting and Reporting

• Oversee accounting operations for all five operatingentities.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year endclose procedures.
• Ensure accurate recordingof revenue, costs,payroll,accruals, prepaids,fixed assets and intercompany accounts.
• Coordinate responsibilities within team members to manage and meet deadlines.
• Oversee AP and AR processes across five entities
• Review payroll accounting and payroll-relatedreconcilaitions
• Monitor cash requirements across all entities and projects.
• Ensure timely processing and payment of subcontractors, supplies andother vendors.
• Monitor collections, aged receivables, and customer accounts.
• Coordinate annual budgets across all five operating entities.
• Support year-end audit, including preparation of working papers, analysis, and other required support.
• Maintaineffective accountingpoliciesand procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Canadian and BC accounting, tax and reporting requirements.

Leadership

• Support theteam and provide effective leadership for the group of companies.
• Understand the unique needs and requirements of both the Finance and Construction teams, providing insight and leadership to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Promote a culture of teamwork within the finance and accounting team, and thecompany as a whole, bycoaching, directing, and assisting staff as needed.
• Manage and motivate the finance team of5staff members.

Operational Support

• Provide support to the business.
• Identify opportunities to add value by supporting the team.
• Recommend and implement new controls and processes.
• Prepare and analyze reports for key stakeholders as requested.
• Act as the primary accounting resourcefor operational management.

Qualifications / Requirements / Knowledge

• Minimum of3years supervising accounting staff
• Familiarity with Acumatica is beneficial
• Experience in the construction industry and unionized environments
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel pivot tables
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

Skills / Abilities / Attributes

• High personal, professional, and ethical standards
• Collaborative, proactive, and results-oriented mindset
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Proven leadership and coaching skills
• Experience with change management
• Effective prioritization and time-management skills

Salary: $95,000 - $120,000 per annum

The actual salary offered to the successful candidate will be determined based on job‑related factors, including relevant experience, years of experience, qualifications, internal equity, and Carlson Construction Group’s compensation policy.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Compensation– Competitive base salary, company-paid RRSP contributions, and bonus eligibility
• Grow Your Career– Professional development, mentorship, and ongoing learning opportunities
• Flexible Work Schedule – Enjoy a hybrid work arrangement with 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home each week.
• Time to Recharge– 14 statutory holidays per calendar year
• Comprehensive Benefits– A competitive benefits program supporting your health and well-being
• Annual Fitness & Movement Stipend– Supporting your physical health and well-being
• Connected Culture– cohesive team created through regular team-building sessions
• Long‑Term Opportunity– Build your future with a proud, BC‑based, family-owned company that invests in its people

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid Work Schedule:

This role follows a hybrid schedule, with four days in the office each week, including at least one day in our Port Coquitlam office, and one day working from home.

Compensation Notice

The compensation range provided for this position is intended as a general guideline. The actual salary offered to the successful candidate will be determined based on several job-related factors, includingexperience,
years of relevant experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity considerations, and Carlson Construction Group's compensation policies and practices.

Accommodation Requests:

Should you require an accommodation during the application process, don't hesitate to get in touch with us [e-mail] with the position and location you are interested in.