Project Accountant (Temporary Coverage)

Riada Sales Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Riada Sales Inc. in Burnaby, BC is seeking a Project Accountant to cover a 6–7 week engagement, focusing on project-level cost accuracy and day-to-day transaction processing during an ERP transition.

The role involves reviewing invoices and allocations, posting general ledger entries, and supporting month-end close, with collaboration with project managers and the Financial Controller. Candidates should have 1–3+ years in project accounting or full-cycle bookkeeping, and be proficient with Excel

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• 1-3+ years of experience in project accounting, full-cycle bookkeeping, or similar role, ideally in construction/manufacturing/project-based industry.
• Experience with ERP or accounting system transition/implementation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Project accounting focus: review and reconcile project invoices, purchase orders, and subcontractor payments; ensure cost allocation and revenue recognition accuracy.
• Post day-to-day transactions to the general ledger with accurate coding and supporting documentation; prepare journal entries for month-end close.
• Support ERP implementation transition: data entry, testing, and adoption of new processes.
• Process customer invoicing, collections follow-up, and accounts receivable reconciliation.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations and prepayment/accrual schedules for month-end.

Skills

Excel skills

General accounting software

Independent worker

Cost allocation knowledge

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree in accounting/finance

Tools

ERP system knowledge

General ledger software

Job description

Accounting Temp Burnaby, BC $25 - $30 CAD per hour

Riada is a trusted technical partner across Western Canada and the Territories, representing respected manufacturers in air systems, hydronics, domestic water, and instrumentation. We support mechanical contractors, engineers, and building owners with technical sales, application support, and service coordination.

Role Overview

We're looking for a Project Accountant to provide short-term coverage for approximately 6–7 weeks. This role keeps project accounting and day-to-day transaction processing running smoothly during the coverage period, with a strong focus on project-level cost accuracy and support for an ongoing ERP transition.

Key Responsibilities

Project accounting (primary focus): review and reconcile project-related invoices, purchase orders, and subcontractor payments; work with project managers and operations to ensure accurate cost allocation and revenue recognition.

Accounting entries: post day-to-day transactions to the general ledger with accurate coding and supporting documentation; prepare journal entries and supporting schedules for month-end close under the direction of the Financial Controller.

ERP implementation support: participate in the transition to a new accounting/ERP system, including data entry, testing, and adoption of new processes.

Invoicing: process customer invoicing, collections follow-up, and accounts receivable reconciliation.

Reconciliations & audit support: complete bank and credit card reconciliations, and prepayment/accrual schedules for month-end.

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 1-3+ years of experience in project accounting, full-cycle bookkeeping, or a similar role, ideally in construction, manufacturing, or a project-based industry
• Experience with an ERP or accounting system transition or implementation is an asset

Core Competencies:

• Comfortable working independently and picking up new systems quickly given the short engagement window
• Strong Excel skills and general accounting software proficiency
• Understanding of cost allocation, revenue recognition, and month-end close processes

Key Attributes: Detail-oriented, organized, and able to hit the ground running; strong communicator who can work closely with project managers, operations, and the Financial Controller; comfortable with change and process adoption during an ERP transition.