Project Accountant

Bird Construction; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bird Construction is seeking a Project Accountant in Edmonton, AB, to support the accounting team by handling accounts payable and receivable for multiple construction projects. The role reports to the Controller and is based in the Edmonton South Office.

Key duties include processing project billings, coordinating with project managers on change orders, preparing month-end WIP reports, and assisting with revenue forecasts and audits.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years accounting experience.
• Strong A/R and A/P background in construction or high-volume environment.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable for construction projects.
• Prepare month-end WIP reports and revenue forecasts for project portfolios.
• Review invoices, subcontract changes, and approvals; ensure accuracy.
• Support audits and ensure CSOX and IFRS compliance.

Skills

A/R & A/P

Excel

Time management

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

## Project AccountantApply: Edmonton, AB: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR-9599Project AccountantReporting to the Controller, the Project Accountant will be responsible for accounts payable and receivables and supporting the accounting team. This role is based full-time in the Edmonton South Office.# **What You Will Be Working On**### * Completion for all aspects of client billings as applicable based on project type (pulling and reviewing all support files, confirming LEM’s are correctly billed, confirming non-reimbursable costs are correct, etc.)* Post holdback invoices* Prepare Statutory Declaration form* Review equipment listing/rates from equipment yard* Follow up on payment certifications and collections.* Flagging collection risks* Preparing Journal Entries as required* Prepare Subcontract invoice correction* Review of unapproved invoices to validate accrual amounts and provide commentary* Work with Accounts Payable to obtain unentered invoices, review with project team and prepare JV* Review cheque release & compliance requirements for all physical cheques* Follow up on old cheques before stale date* Subcontract review / vendor details / confirming values billings amounts on subcontract vs. change orders* Compliance reports are reviewed and followed up with Project Administrators as required for outstanding documentation* Review coding for project related costs initiated from shared services* Compile Labour/Equipment pickup Reports for CM projects* Prepare month-end WIP Reports* Assist Project team with Revenue Forecast Reports* Effectively communicate with Project Managers regarding contract documents, change orders and other contract modifications, approvals and any additional services related to billing and payables.* Review and process expense claims.* File and manage project records and accounting documents.* Ensure that month end deadlines are met.* Assist with the requirements of internal and external audit.* Ensure compliance with CSOX and IFRS requirements.# **What We Are Looking For*** Undergraduate degree or diploma in accounting* 3 - 5 years’ accounting experience* Strong A/R and A/P background within construction or high-volume accounting environment* Strong Excel skills* Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities; capable of handling pressure and challenges* Ability to work within tight deadlines and prioritization of work to achieve them* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills* Highly developed interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills* Demonstrates a sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals; ability to work in challenging, fast paced environment* Superior written and verbal communication skills