Finance Manager

Chandos Construction; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Benefits program

RRSP matching

Educational assistance

Salary reviews

Job summary

Chandos Construction in Burnaby, BC, is seeking an experienced finance professional to lead project accounting and district-level financial planning. You will partner with project teams and leadership to ensure accurate forecasting and strong internal controls.

The role emphasizes collaboration, continuous improvement, and a culture of ownership as Chandos remains 100% employee owned. A CPA credential is an asset and Power BI experience is valued.

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant work experience in construction project accounting or public accounting.
• Accounting or Finance degree; CPA designation is an asset.
• Experience with construction industry clients; familiarity with GC or construction management is strong asset.
• Proficiency in Excel; knowledge of Power BI and data queries is an asset.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Finalize work-in-progress schedules and ensure timely project closures.
• Lead monthly project forecast reviews and financial reporting accuracy.
• Identify and communicate risks to enable informed decision-making.
• Support annual operational and financial planning with district leaders.
• Improve efficiency through coaching, training, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor KPIs and drive resolution for district issues.
• Support accounting and operations processes with robust internal controls.
• Provide ongoing coaching to accounting and operations teams.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Education

Accounting or Finance Degree

CPA designation

Tools

Power BI

Data queries

Excel

Job description

Company Description

We are Chandos. Inclusion. Collaboration. Ingenuity. Innovation.

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

• Finalize work‑in progress schedules and ensure projects are closed out in a timely manner
• Lead monthly project forecast reviews, ensuring accuracy of both project and overall district financial reporting
• Work closely with project teams and district leadership to proactively identify risks, ensuring reliable financial reporting which will inform decision‑making
• Support the districts leadership teams with annual operational and financial planning processes
• Identify ways to improve operational efficiency through ongoing support, training, and continuous improvement
• Monitor district KPI’s to identify issues and implement solutions to drive resolution
• Support all accounting and operational processes, ensuring all internal controls are properly adhered to
• Provide on‑going coaching and training to both accounting and operations teams

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant work experience (construction project accounting or public accounting)
• Accounting or Finance Degree, CPA designation is an asset
• Experience working in or servicing clients in the construction industry, working for a general contractor or construction management company is strong asset
• 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 rounded employer paid benefits program including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program
• 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
• Regular company‑wide engagement opportunities

Vacancy Status

We are actively recruiting for this position

AI Disclosure Statement

Chandos is committed to transparent recruitment. Our internal team does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, and select applicants, although we do use AI tools for administrative interview transcription and AI tools may be integrated or embedded in third‑party platforms and software. Some of Chandos' external staffing partners may use AI to screen, assess, or select candidates during their initial workflows. All final hiring decisions at Chandos are made personally by our hiring team.

Compensation Transparency

Expected Salary: $105,000 - $130,000

The base salary range for this role is listed above and may vary based on your experience. This position also includes a competitive bonus program. Throughout the interview process, we’ll discuss your background to determine the best alignment for your experience level.