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TorontoJobs.ca Recruitment Division; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment division in Mississauga seeks an experienced accounting professional to oversee all accounting operations. Responsibilities include financial planning, compliance, and reporting. Candidates should have over 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the construction industry, and strong leadership skills. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required, with a CPA being a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience in the construction industry.
• Experience in driving financial planning and managing risks.
• Proven experience with lien processes and AIA documentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations and report variances.
• Prepare monthly financial statements on time.
• Ensure compliance with government reporting and tax filings.

Skills

Accounting experience

Financial planning

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Master’s degree or CPA

Tools

Accounting software

Financial analysis applications

Job description

Overview

Overseeing all accounting operations, including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, Liens/Lien Waivers, and Revenue Recognition. Coordinating and directing the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts, reporting any variances. Preparing and publishing timely monthly financial statements. Ensuring quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting. Managing and complying with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings. Developing and documenting business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls. Collaborating with project management teams to analyze job costs, and manage the capital budget. Implementing and driving lien processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Providing leadership in the development for the continuous evaluation of short and long-term strategic financial objectives.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. A master’s degree or CPA is a plus.
• Minimum of 5+ years of proven accounting experience in the construction industry (architecture or engineering would be considered).
• Proven experience in driving the financial planning of a company, managing financial risks, record-keeping, financial reporting, and profitability analysis.
• AIA documentation experience.
• Proven experience with lien processes.
• Proficiency in accounting software, databases, and financial analysis applications.
• Strong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving results.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with various departments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.

Company Info

TorontoJobs.ca Recruitment Division 6645 Kitimat Road, Unit 27
Mississauga, ON, Canada

Phone: [phone]
www.TorontoJobs.ca