Jr Project Accountant

Salas O'Brien; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

RRSP with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Wellness programs & EAP

Job summary

Salas O’Brien’s Toronto office is seeking a Jr. Project Accountant to support billing, cost tracking, and financial recordkeeping within a busy accounting team. The role requires attention to detail and 2–3 years of accounting experience, with a relevant degree or diploma and proficiency in Excel.

The successful candidate will work on project setup, budgeting, invoicing, monthly reconciliations, and collaboration with project managers to resolve variances, in a dynamic, team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant university degree or college diploma with an accounting focus.
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, preferably within the engineering/architectural/construction industries.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong time-management skills, the ability to manage priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent computer skills, specifically with Excel.
• Experience with Deltek Vision is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Understand project contract terms and billing requirements to effectively set up a new project in the accounting system.
• Enter the project budget in the accounting system at the start of the project once it has been reviewed and approved by the project management team.
• Prepare draft and final invoices for billable projects
• Communicate with Project Managers with monthly project variances and resolution of issues.
• Review all sub‑consultant invoices to proper coding, ensure sub‑consultant invoices included on the monthly client billing are posted in a timely manner.
• Prepare monthly bank account reconciliations
• Assist in processing of employee expenses
• Performs other related duties as required

Skills

Accounting

Excel

Analytical thinking

Time management

Education

Accounting degree or diploma

Tools

Deltek Vision

Job description

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee‑owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high‑rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary

Our office in Toronto is looking for a Jr. Project Accountant to join our busy Accounting Team. The Jr. Project Accountant will support billing processes, assist with cost tracking, and maintain accurate financial records. The Jr. Project Accountant will be working in a dynamic environment where attention to detail and accuracy are essential. The ideal candidate will have relevant education and 2-3 years of experience in finance or accounting.

Here are the details of your duties in this role:

• Understand project contract terms and billing requirements to effectively set up a new project in the accounting system.
• Enter the project budget in the accounting system at the start of the project once it has been reviewed and approved by the project management team.
• Prepare draft and final invoices for billable projects
• Communicate with Project Managers with monthly project variances and resolution of issues.
• Review all sub‑consultant invoices to proper coding, ensure sub‑consultant invoices included on the monthly client billing are posted in a timely manner.
• Prepare monthly bank account reconciliations
• Assist in processing of employee expenses
• Performs other related duties as required

Qualifications And Experience

Your Background

• Relevant university degree or college diploma with an accounting focus
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, preferably within the engineering/architectural/construction industries.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong time‑management skills, the ability to manage priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent computer skills, specifically with Excel.
• Experience with Deltek Vision is an asset but not required.

Location

Toronto, Ontario (North York)

Travel

None

Compensation & Benefits

The expected base salary range for this role is $60,000 to 70,000 CAD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• RRSP with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability‑related needs of applicants as required by law.