Project Accountant

TalentSphere Staffing Solutions; Richmond; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading development company is looking for a Project Accountant in Richmond, BC to support full-cycle accounting for their real estate projects. The role involves managing project costs, preparing financial reports, and collaborating with teams to ensure financial accuracy from start to finish.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of real estate development and construction accounting experience.
• CPA designation or working toward it is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage job costing, project budgets, and financial forecasts.
• Perform full-cycle accounting including AP/AR and general ledger management.
• Prepare internal and external financial reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Finance or related field

Tools

SAGE

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Project Accountant
Location: Richmond, BC
Job Type: Full-time (In-Office)
Salary: $65,000-$80,000K Based on Experience

Our client is a full-service development company known for designing and building high-quality multi-family homes that combine luxury, livability, and thoughtful integration with the surrounding community.

Overview:
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and driven Project Accountant to support full-cycle accounting for real estate development projects. This role plays a key part in tracking project costs, managing financial reporting, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure financial accuracy from project inception to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage job costing, project budgets, and financial forecasts
• Perform full-cycle accounting, including AP/AR and general ledger management
• Monitor and report on construction costs and cash flow
• Prepare internal and external financial reports
• Support draw processes and ensure lender compliance
• Assist with audits, internal controls, and regulatory filings
• Collaborate with development, construction, and project teams
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2–3 years of real estate development and construction accounting experience
• Proficiency in SAGE or similar ERP systems; advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• CPA designation or working toward it is an asset

Preferred:

• Experience with residential or mixed-use development projects
• Valid BC driver’s license

Looking to interview and hire ASAP
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