Project Accountant/Cost Analyst

David Aplin Recruiting; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Vancouver seeks an experienced Project Accounting/Cost Analyst for a 1-year contract starting in December 2025. This in-office role involves supporting project accounting and cost control activities, requiring 5+ years of experience and a CPA designation. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment with strong Excel skills and proficiency in ERP systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project accounting or cost control in construction, mining, or engineering environments.
• Strong understanding of project lifecycles and cost reporting.
• Proficiency with ERP systems; experience with Unifier is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support project accounting and cost control across multiple capital projects.
• Maintain accurate tracking, reporting, and forecasting of project costs.
• Review invoices, progress payments, and accruals for accuracy.

Skills

Project accounting experience

Cost control

Collaboration across teams

Strong Excel skills

Education

CPA designation or in progress

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, JD Edwards)

Unifier

Job description

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A leading organization in Vancouver is seeking an experienced Project Accounting/Cost Analyst for a 1-year contract starting in December 2025. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced project environment and enjoys collaborating across finance, engineering, and project teams.

This is a fully in-office position located downtown Vancouver.

What You’ll Do

• Support project accounting and cost control activities across multiple large-scale capital projects.
• Maintain accurate tracking, reporting, and forecasting of project costs.
• Review invoices, progress payments, and accruals for accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and finance to ensure proper budgeting and capitalization.
• Assist with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Help refine and implement best practices in project accounting processes.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in project accounting or cost control in construction, mining, or engineering environments. (Owner’s team type environment or EPC or EPCM company managing project accounting and/or controls functions)
• Strong understanding of project lifecycles, cost reporting, and financial systems.
• Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, JD Edwards, or similar; experience with Unifier is an asset.
• CPA designation (or in progress, also welcome).
• Excellent Excel skills and strong attention to detail.

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.

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