Construction Finance Manager - Budgets, Forecasts & Strategy

Agilus Work Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks of vacation

Fitness allowance

Benefits from day one

Job summary

Agilus by Synergie is recruiting for an Accounting & Finance Manager-Construction in Toronto, Ontario. The role leads the Construction Accounting team and partners with Project Managers to develop budgets, forecasts and cost reports across multiple active projects.

A CPA and 5+ years in construction accounting are required. The position offers $140,000–$160,000 annually with a performance-based bonus up to $15,000, 3 weeks of vacation, and a $1,200 annual fitness allowance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA designation required.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in construction, project, or management accounting.
• Experience leading and developing a accounting/finance team in construction or real estate development.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, costing, and financial analysis capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen project controls, streamline workflows, and improve financial governance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Construction Accounting team, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Partner with Project Managers and construction teams to develop budgets, forecasts, cost reports, and financial plans across multiple active projects.
• Lead project financial performance by monitoring costs, analyzing variances, and providing actionable insights for operational decisions.
• Oversee project funding, including monthly progress draws, lender submissions, cash flow, and payment approvals.
• Establish financial frameworks for new developments, including budgets, tender analysis, cost structures, and project setup.
• Deliver accurate month-end reporting, forecasting, dashboards, and financial analysis to support executive decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement by enhancing financial systems, reporting, automation, and construction accounting processes.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Excel proficiency

Financial analysis

Cross-functional partnering

Mentoring/Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

CPA designation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Agilus by Synergie is recruiting for an Accounting & Finance Manager-Construction in Toronto, Ontario. The role leads the Construction Accounting team and partners with Project Managers to develop budgets, forecasts and cost reports across multiple active projects.

A CPA and 5+ years in construction accounting are required. The position offers $140,000–$160,000 annually with a performance-based bonus up to $15,000, 3 weeks of vacation, and a $1,200 annual fitness allowance.