Finance Manager

Chandos Ltd.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandos Ltd., a leading employee-owned construction firm in Ottawa, is seeking a Project Accountant. The role involves leading project forecasts, supporting operational planning, and ensuring compliance with internal controls. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in project accounting, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Employer paid benefits program

RRSP matching program

Educational assistance

Recognition and annual salary reviews

Leadership conferences

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant work experience in project accounting or public accounting.
• Experience in the construction industry is preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead project forecast reviews and ensure accuracy.
• Support operational and financial planning for district leadership.
• Identify and improve operational efficiency.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-Solving

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Accounting or Finance Degree

CPA designation

Tools

Power BI

Job description

These values speak to our desire to create places where all people belong, listening and learning from one another in a way that sparks ideas and leads to positive changes in our industry and community. They also demonstrate our commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. And, if they resonate with you too, we should talk!

We are 100 percent employee owned and proud to be the first and largest B Corp certified commercial builder in North America, meaning we put our values at the centre of everything we do.

Continuous improvement is core to our success. Championing innovative and collaborative ways to build is just one example of that. Collaborative construction leads to more efficiency, cost savings, social value, and a much better working experience for everyone.

Every day, our teams are working to build places for people to live, work, learn, serve, and play. But above all, we’re building community. And, we’re looking for like-minded people to join us. Together, we can build a better world.

Job Description

What You’ll Do :

• Lead project forecast reviews and ensure accuracy which includes gathering data from all stakeholders.
• Encourage transparent communication to identify discrepancies early, ultimately leading to more reliable forecasts that inform decision-making
• Finalize work-in progress schedules and project close out
• Support the districts leadership teams with annual operational and financial planning
• Develop reports to support district growth and monitor KPIs
• Support all accounting and operational processes. Ensuring all internal controls are properly adhered to
• Identify and improve operational efficiency
• Provide on-going support and training

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant work experience (project accounting or public accounting)
• Accounting or Finance Degree, CPA designation is an asset
• Experience working in or servicing clients in the construction industry
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, knowledge of tools such as Power BI and data queries is an asset
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

Additional Information

Chandos is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and this includes our recruitment and hiring process.

We recognize that our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent. We nurture talent. And then we give people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact.

• We are 100% employee owned . Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only one class of units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should be treated equal . We talk about being an entrepreneurial-minded organization and you can be sure we mean it!
• Competitive wages
• Well roundedemployer paid benefits program including health, dental, health spending account, vision care, employee assistance program and extended mental health benefits.
• RRSP matching program to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security
• Educational assistance for employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education
• Recognition and annual salary reviews program
• Leadership conferences that allow employees to connect and collaborate

We do not accept unsolicited resumes and phone calls from agencies, thank you.