Project Accountant

PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc.; Richmond; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Metro Vancouver is seeking an experienced accountant to fulfill general and administrative accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have a postsecondary degree or diploma in a related field, 2 years of experience in construction accounting, and familiarity with accounting software. This role involves detailed financial reporting and ensuring compliance with contractual documentation.

Qualifications

• 2 years of accounting experience in construction or a related industry preferred.
• Active pursuit of accounting designation considered an asset.
• Understanding of full-cycle accounting.

Responsibilities

• Perform general accounting functions to meet contractual requirements.
• Complete financial transactions in a timely manner.
• Assist with financial reporting requirements.

Skills

Accounting principles

Project forecasting

Risk management

Microsoft Office Suite

Accounting software

Education

Postsecondary degree or diploma in a related discipline

Job description

Responsibilities

• Performs general accounting and administrative functions to meet contractual requirements for operational and basic accounting.
• Completes all financial transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Participates in monthly forecast review meetings.
• Provides project teams with ad hoc reports and analysis as the need arises.
• Assists with the assembly of information for internal and external financial reporting requirements.
• Assembles client billings packages in accordance with contract terms and conditions and ensures timely payment.
• Prepares bank deposits, monthly reconciliations, and cash receipt entries.
• Identifies any irregularities or risk exposure and supports the development of a strategy to address them.
• Ensures that all required documentation, including insurance, bonding, SDI, workers compensation, statutory declarations, and lien waivers is in place.

Interprets trade partner documentation for accounting-related items and follows established accounting procedures.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary degree or diploma in a related discipline.
• Active pursuit of accounting designation considered an asset.
• 2 years of accounting experience in construction or a related industry preferred.
• Understanding of full-cycle accounting and project forecasting and budgeting.
• Knowledge of government legislation and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Intermediate understanding of lien rights.
• Basic exposure to bid and contract securities and insurance as they relate to risk management, claims management, pricing, and accounting.
• Basic understanding of subcontract PO terms including insurance and subcontractor default insurance (SDI) and bonding requirements.
• Exposure to owner contracts as they relate to payment terms, billing requirements, audit rights, and cost-of-work definition.
• Ability to act with the required discretion when handling confidential information.
• Solid understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and experience with accounting software.