Project Accountant

VPAC Construction Group Ltd.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health benefits

Health Care Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

VPAC Construction Group Ltd. is seeking a Project Accountant to support the financial performance of multiple active construction projects in a fast-paced environment.

You will work closely with Project Managers, Accounting, and Operations to ensure accurate cost tracking, timely billings, and strong controls, contributing to VPAC’s project success. This opportunity offers exposure to end-to-end project accounting, month-end close, and process improvements within a growing construction group

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–3 years of accounting experience, preferably within construction or a project-based industry
• Experience with accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, Premier Construction, or similar ERP systems is considered an asset
• Experience with Procore or similar project management software is considered an asset
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• High attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate project budgets, cost tracking, and financial records
• Monitor project costs and analyze budget variances
• Assist with forecasting cash flow and project expenditures
• Support preparation of financial reports, forecasts, and project summaries
• Assist with construction project close-outs and financial reconciliations
• Ensure accurate capture and reporting of project costs
• Prepare monthly progress billings and supporting documentation
• Prepare client invoices for fixed-price, cost-plus, and T&M projects
• Monitor collections and track payment statuses
• Coordinate with Project Managers regarding billing approvals and requirements
• Maintain accurate billing records and schedules
• Update invoice and payment statuses within project management systems
• Process vendor and subcontractor invoices
• Ensure proper cost coding and approval workflows
• Review trade invoices against contracts, budgets, and commitments
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Review and process employee expense reports for accuracy, compliance, and timely reimbursement
• Assist with month-end close processes, including journal entries and accruals
• Complete monthly bank and corporate credit card reconciliations
• Ensure reporting deadlines are met
• Support quarterly forecasting and annual budget preparation
• Identify and resolve inconsistencies within project financials
• Maintain organized project financial records and documentation
• Assist with audits, reporting requests, and special projects
• Collaborate with internal departments to improve processes and efficiencies
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Finance & Operations teams
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and project-based financial management
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Adaptable and eager to learn new systems and processes
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and strong alignment with VPAC’s core values
• Ability to work collaboratively with both Operations and Accounting teams

Skills

Sage/QuickBooks

Project accounting

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Procore

Premier Construction

Job description

About VPAC Construction

VPAC Construction has been a leader in the construction industry for over two decades, specializing in design-build expertise across multi-family residential, commercial tenant improvement, institutional, and seniors’ housing projects.

Our mission is to deliver exceptional pre-construction and construction management services while fostering long-term relationships built on our core values: Passion, Progress, Trust, Detail, and Discipline.

At VPAC, we pride ourselves on building a collaborative, growth-oriented culture that supports mentorship, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. As a growing company, we offer team members the opportunity to gain exposure to all aspects of the construction industry while building meaningful and long-term careers.

Position Summary

The Project Accountant plays a key role in supporting project financial performance while gaining hands-on exposure to all aspects of accounting within a fast-paced construction environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with Project Managers, Accounting, and Operations teams to ensure accurate cost tracking, timely billings, strong financial controls, and effective project financial management across multiple active projects.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to advance their accounting career within the construction industry while contributing directly to the operational and financial success of VPAC projects.

Key Responsibilities

Project Financial Management

• Maintain accurate project budgets, cost tracking, and financial records
• Monitor project costs and analyze budget variances
• Assist with forecasting cash flow and project expenditures
• Support preparation of financial reports, forecasts, and project summaries
• Assist with construction project close-outs and financial reconciliations
• Ensure accurate capture and reporting of project costs

Billing & Accounts Receivable

• Prepare monthly progress billings and supporting documentation
• Prepare client invoices for fixed-price, cost-plus, and T&M projects
• Monitor collections and track payment statuses
• Coordinate with Project Managers regarding billing approvals and requirements
• Maintain accurate billing records and schedules
• Update invoice and payment statuses within project management systems

Accounts Payable & Expense Processing

• Process vendor and subcontractor invoices
• Ensure proper cost coding and approval workflows
• Review trade invoices against contracts, budgets, and commitments
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Review and process employee expense reports for accuracy, compliance, and timely reimbursement

Month-End & Financial Reporting

• Assist with month-end close processes, including journal entries and accruals
• Complete monthly bank and corporate credit card reconciliations
• Ensure reporting deadlines are met
• Support quarterly forecasting and annual budget preparation
• Identify and resolve inconsistencies within project financials

General Administrative & Team Support

• Maintain organized project financial records and documentation
• Assist with audits, reporting requests, and special projects
• Collaborate with internal departments to improve processes and efficiencies
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Finance & Operations teams

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–3 years of accounting experience, preferably within construction or a project-based industry
• Experience with accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, Premier Construction, or similar ERP systems is considered an asset
• Experience with Procore or similar project management software is considered an asset
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• High attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and project-based financial management
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Adaptable and eager to learn new systems and processes
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and strong alignment with VPAC’s core values
• Ability to work collaboratively with both Operations and Accounting teams

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 100% employer-paid extended health benefits
• Health Care Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off and wellness initiatives
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Hands-on experience with construction project accounting and financial management
• Company events, team activities, and workplace perks
• Collaborative, supportive, and values-driven workplace
• Opportunity to grow within a expanding company

Why Join VPAC?

At VPAC, we are committed to developing our people and creating opportunities for long-term career growth. Our team environment encourages ownership, mentorship, accountability, and continuous learning — giving employees the tools and support needed to succeed both professionally and personally.

As part of our Finance & Accounting team, you will play an important role in supporting the operational and financial success of our projects while building valuable experience within the construction industry.