Project Accountant

Volker Stevin; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company located in Alberta is seeking a Project Accountant to manage financial aspects of construction projects. This role involves working closely with project teams to ensure accurate cost monitoring, financial forecasting, and compliance with contract terms. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation, a business degree, and experience in the construction sector. Join us and contribute to our commitment to safety and excellence in the industry.

Benefits

100% Employer-Paid Benefits

RRSP Matching

Professional Growth opportunities

Long-Term Careers with average tenure of 7.3 years

Unlimited Potential for success

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of post-designation experience in a professional environment.
• Prior experience working in a construction or operations-based company is required.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams with financial and accounting aspects of projects.
• Monitor job costs, assist with financial forecasts, and process payments.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and company accounting policies.

Skills

Advanced Excel functions

Word

PowerPoint

Education

Accounting designation (CPA or equivalent)

Business degree in accounting or finance

Tools

D365

Job description

*This is an in-office position*

Position could reside in Fort McMurray, Grande Prairie or Lethbridge

At Volker Stevin, our employees are key to the success of every project, contributing to the legacy we build within the communities we serve. If you're ready to take on a challenging, hands-on role where safety, teamwork, and growth are paramount, we encourage you to join our dynamic team. Together, we’ll continue to set the standard for excellence in construction.

Reporting to the Regional Controller, the Project Accountant will play a key role in supporting Volker Stevin Construction project teams by managing the financial and accounting aspects of individual projects. This includes monitoring job costs, assisting with creating financial forecasts, processing bills and payment and ensuring compliance with contract terms, and providing financial reporting and analysis to help keep projects on budget and profitable.

How You’ll Add Value

• Partner with project teams to set up new projects in the D365 accounting system, establishing cost codes or job structures, and uploading contract data.
• Work closely with project managers to monitor all project costs; including labour, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and overheads and compare actuals to budgets and forecasts.
• Collaborate with estimators and project managers to develop realistic budgets, define cost codes, and support effective cost-control processes.
• Coordinate with project teams to process invoices, purchase orders, and subcontractor payment requests, ensuring accurate cost allocation and timely entry into the accounting system.
• Maintain open communication with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, and vendors to review financial status, resolve cost issues, and support informed decision-making.
• Partner with project managers to manage revenue and billing activities, including billings, subcontractor approvals, change orders, potential change items, and cost breakdown
• Prepare and share forecasts, cash-flow projections, job-cost reports, variance analyses, and project profitability reports to help teams make proactive financial decisions.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, company accounting policies, and revenue recognition standards through collaboration with internal and external teams.
• Support finance and project teams during month-end and year-end close processes, audits, job close-outs, and related adjustments.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by enhancing project accounting processes, standardizing reporting formats, and implementing effective cost-control measures.
• Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis to support operational and project needs.

What You Bring

• A recognized accounting designation (CPA, or equivalent) is required.
• Minimum 2 years of post-designation experience in a professional environment.
• A relevant business degree in accounting or finance is essential.
• Prior experience working in a construction or operations-based company is required
• Strong skills in Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Expertise in advanced Excel functions such as Pivot Tables, Lookups
• Prior experience using D365 is an asset

How We Make It Count

• 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Enjoy industry-leading comprehensive health and wellness coverage
• RRSP Matching: Build your future with employer RRSP contributions for eligible employees
• Long-Term Careers: Join a team with an average tenure of 7.3 years across all roles
• Seasonal Rehire Loyalty: 44% of seasonal employees return year after year
• Professional Growth: Access 500+ training courses in safety, upskilling, and leadership development
• Unlimited Potential: Be part of a company that supports your goals and helps you succeed

Our Commitment to You

Safety Isn’t Just a Priority—It’s a Value.

Safety is woven into the fabric of who we are and how we operate. It’s not a box we check off; it’s a commitment that guides every decision we make, every process we implement, and every project we undertake. Because at the end of the day, when we say safety is a value, we mean it’s a promise we make to our people, families, and the communities we serve.

True to Our Word, True to Our People.

Our culture is grounded in humility and authenticity, with a deep commitment to family. We believe in supporting each other, no matter the role or title. When we say we care, we mean it—our actions match our words. Everyone is empowered, valued, and respected, because being 'true to our word' means being 'true to our people.'

Interesting Projects and Skill-Building Work.

Volker Stevin is known for its ability to take on complex projects of all sizes, from large-scale infrastructure builds to specialized niche developments to highway maintenance and more. This diversity in project scope and complexity means that our employees have access to new opportunities across our family of companies that challenge them to think creatively and develop new skills.

Join a Team Where People Truly Matter

Since 1978, Volker Stevin has been dedicated to enhancing communities and connecting people with progress. As part of the VolkerWessels family, we specialize in civil construction and rehabilitation, highway maintenance, civil works, and bridge construction across Western Canada and the northwestern United States.

We don’t just build and maintain infrastructure—we create connections that shape the future. Every employee plays an essential role in our success, fostering a collaborative environment where safety comes first, people are our greatest asset, and exceptional performance enables us to build lasting legacies in the places we call home.

The Volker Stevin family of companies includes Volker Stevin Canada, Volker Stevin Contracting, Volker Stevin Highways, Mainline Construction, McNally Contractors, Lakes District Maintenance, H. Wilson Industries, and MidMountain Contractors.