Project Accountant

OSI Maritime Systems Ltd.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OSI Maritime Systems Ltd. is seeking a Project Accountant to oversee financial progress and provide project management support throughout the project lifecycle. The role involves maintaining budgets, preparing reports, and mentoring junior accountants. Join a dynamic company that values professional growth and offers a range of benefits including extended healthcare and flexible working options.

Benefits

Extended healthcare & dental

Group Retirement Savings Plan

Emergency Travel Assistance

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Accounting experience in a project delivery organization.
• Highly accurate and able to multi-task.
• Working knowledge of general accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project budgets and financial records.
• Prepare monthly revenue and cash flow calculations.
• Assist Project Managers with documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Deadline-oriented

Advanced Microsoft Excel

General accounting software knowledge

Tools

EPICOR

Job description

OSI Maritime Systems are a leading provider of integrated navigation and tactical solutions for naval and maritime security operations. We specialize in designing and delivering advanced electronic navigation systems, including Warship Electronic Chart Display and Information System (WECDIS) and Integrated Bridge Systems (IBS). OSI's technology is used by navies and coast guards worldwide to enhance situational awareness, operational efficiency, and mission effectiveness. With a global presence, we have offices here in Canada, the UK, Taiwan, Australia and Germany.

The Role

The Project Accountant is responsible for monitoring and controlling the financial progress of projects and providing project management support over the entire project life cycle (from initiation, planning, execution, control, to closing).

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains project / program budget files and project related records, including contracts and change orders.
• Maintains project / program budgets, providing internal distribution of financial information to evaluate profitability and performance of the project compared to budget.
• Investigates project variances, suggests solutions to the Project Management team and prepares variance reports to submit to management.
• Assists Project Managers with other reports or documentation as required.
• Prepares monthly project revenue, GM and cash flow calculations and analysis.
• Prepares invoices related to all billable projects.
• Interfaces with customer accounting team members as appropriate.
• Adheres to Operations project schedule for weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting activities.
• Mentor Junior Project Accountants as needed.

You Bring

• Experience : 5+ years Project Accounting work experience in a Project delivery organization.
• Skills : Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; highly accurate; detail and deadline oriented; advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel; ability to multi-task; working knowledge of general accounting software, EPICOR would be an asset.

Why OSI?

At OSI, we invest in your growth with professional development support—funding, time, and opportunities to advance your career. We're a dynamic, change-driven company that values new ideas and continuous improvement. We embrace diversity and foster an inclusive culture because it makes us stronger. Our benefits include :

• Extended healthcare & dental
• Group Retirement Savings Plan
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Flexible working options

If you need accommodations during the hiring process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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