Project Accountant

Ledcor; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A diversified construction company in Calgary seeks a Project Accountant responsible for financial reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience, a post-secondary business degree, and strong analytical skills. This hybrid role requires effective communication with project teams to ensure timely and accurate data entry. Join a recognized employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive total rewards package

Opportunities for skill development

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience within commercial construction or related industry preferred.
• Knowledge of construction accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Cost reporting and strategic analysis.
• Implementation of effective Project Cost Controls.
• Prepare month-end journal entries.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Computer skills in Microsoft Office

Education

Post-secondary business degree

Tools

JD Edwards or similar large ERP

Job description

As the Project Accountant you are responsible for the accurate and timely entry and reporting of data in the company financial systems. You will be responsible for: accounts receivable, subcontract management, payroll, equipment time entry, accounts payable, month end and key financial reporting/analysis. You will partner with management and project teams, through effective communication, to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of data, while also helping them to leverage that data to enhance business performance.

You are a driven individual, who continuously looks for opportunities to learn, grow and advance your career. You are forward looking, have a big picture mentality and are focused on continuous improvement in order to make Ledcor an even stronger organization.

Join our Financial Operations team by applying today in Calgary, AB!

Essential Responsibilities

• Cost reporting and strategic analysis
• Implementation and management of effective Project Cost Controls
• Understand and articulate project contractual commercial terms
• Communicate reporting information and interpretations with leadership
• Influences the development and implementation of collective agreements
• Coordinate the collection and submission of documentation required for invoicing, including statutory declarations and WCB clearance letters, etc.
• Prepare and submit LEMs to the client
• Collecting third party invoices to support client billings
• Prepare monthly equipment rental billings
• Prepare progress billings, invoices, and holdback releases
• Process electronic billing submissions and reconcile client billings system and adjust as required
• Track outside rental agreements against contract agreements
• Work with field teams and payroll group to ensure time entry is completed in a timely manner
• Work with the Project Management team to identify potential change orders
• Subcontractor management
• Prepare month end journal entries

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role
• Must have a post‑secondary business degree
• Must have Experience within commercial construction, Telecom or a related industry is preferred
• Must have knowledge of JD Edwards or similar large ERP is preferred
• Working knowledge of construction methods
• Financial acumen regarding equipment utilization, rates, equipment capital decisions, and profitability analysis
• Working knowledge of construction accounting principles
• Working knowledge of construction software systems
• Strong analytical skills and problem solving
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Working Conditions

• This is a hybrid position, working 2-3 days per week in the office with the possibility of additional in office presence increasing due to business needs

Additional Information

The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.