Construction General Accountant — Full‑Cycle & Job Costing Pro

Newlands Group; Burlington; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established construction company in Burlington is seeking an experienced General Accountant to manage full-cycle accounting and support financial operations. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the construction industry, and a relevant degree. This role is crucial for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth operations across various projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of full-cycle accounting experience, ideally within the construction or related industry.
• Experience with job costing and project-based accounting is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare and process monthly bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Support job costing, project accounting, and WIP reporting for construction projects.
• Prepare and file HST, WSIB, EHT, and other government remittances.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Sage

Yardi

Jonas

Job description

A well-established construction company in Burlington is seeking an experienced General Accountant to manage full-cycle accounting and support financial operations. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the construction industry, and a relevant degree. This role is crucial for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth operations across various projects.