Project Accounting Manager

Doran Contractors Limited; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Doran Contractors Limited is seeking a Project Accounting Manager to lead financial delivery for construction projects. You will oversee accounting tasks such as month-end closures and team management, fostering a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates have substantial experience in project accounting and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience in construction project accounting is an advantage.
• Ability to meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close and financial reporting processes.
• Supervise a team of direct reports and prepare performance evaluations.
• Manage day-to-day accounting activities and assist in recruitment.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Team Management

Problem-Solving

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting or finance

CPA designation (or in process)

Tools

MS Office

ERP (financial) system

Job description

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Job Title: Project Accounting Manager

Company: Doran Contractors Limited

Location: 3187 Albion Road South, Ottawa, Ontario

About Us

Doran Contractors has a rich and diverse history in general contracting. From tender closing to substantial completion, Doran Contractors takes pride in being on time and on budget, focusing on exceeding clients’ expectations at every opportunity. With more than 120 years of history behind it, Doran is proud to have served hundreds of satisfied clients and has earned a reputation for highly skilled service - down to the last detail.

As part of the Taggart Group, Doran is a proud, family-owned business benefiting from long-standing stability and continued growth, offering a variety of opportunities for those looking to get hands-on experience and build a lasting career.

At Taggart, you will be part of something bigger, and what you do today will make an impact for years to come. We believe in your success.

Building integrity, quality, and community together.

About This Role

The Project Accounting Manager will participate in the overall delivery of the construction projects as the lead finance manager. The Project Accounting Manager will be responsible for preparing the month end close, which includes the work-in-progress report, as well as tasks in accounts payable, accounts receivable and client billings, job costing and reconciliations, as well as supervising the Project Accountants.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Controller in managing the day-to-day accounting activities of the business. This includes reviewing work prepared by staff, such as month-end, vendor and sub accounts reconciliations, and assisting with the resolution of day-to-day issues faced by the staff, escalating to the Controller or others as appropriate.
• Ongoing management of a small team of direct reports, including ensuring monthly duties of team members are performed as expected, reviewing as required to ensure timely, complete, and accurate reporting in accordance with policies and deadlines.
• Participate in workforce planning and recruitment activities in conjunction with an internal Human Resources team. Assist in team resource management and support cross-training initiatives to ensure coverage for other positions within the finance team.
• Prepare performance evaluations for direct reports and engage with employees to set goals or identity areas for improvements for the year. Provide ongoing feedback and coaching to the team members as necessary.
• Preparation and analysis of the month-end close, including GL account reconciliations and analysis and financial reports, as well as cash flow forecasts, and monthly and annual reporting with modest input from the Controller.
• Prepare monthly work-in-progress reports, understand deferred amounts and propose appropriate revenue recognition adjustments as required.
• Adjust forecasts as per the Project Manager’s direction. Communicate with Project Managers to ensure that all required documentation is submitted by subcontractors prior to payment being released.
• Supervise processing of monthly subcontract progress billing invoices, ensuring subcontract invoices match the approved amounts and follow-up with the Project Managers to reconcile any differences.
• Identify and bring forward ideas for possible improvements in day-to-day accounting functions, assisting with implementation when approved by management.
• Prepare job cost analyses as required, assist in preparation of year-end audit file, maintain electronic and paper filing system.
• Any other duties as required.
  
  

Education And Experience Requirements

• Post-secondary education in accounting or finance is required. CPA designation, or designation in process is a strong advantage.
• A minimum of five years’ work experience in a similar role is desired, experience in construction project accounting a definite advantage.
• Prior experience with the management of direct reports would be considered an asset.
• Strong analysis and reconciliation skills.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, to problem-solve and think critically.
• Effective communication and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel and Word) and Adobe software. Prior experience with an ERP (financial) system is expected.
• Experience working in a multi-company environment is considered an asset.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and approach situations in a diplomatic and professional manner.
  
  

Physical/Sensory Effort and Work Environment

• Providing service to several people or departments, working under many simultaneous deadlines.
• Sitting or standing for long periods of time at workstation. Repetitive work.
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
• Overtime may be required during peak times and/or based on project needs.
  
  

Accommodation Requests

The Taggart Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to citizenship, race, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, ancestry, disability, age, creed, sex/pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

In accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with a Disabilities Act, we’re committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation or special assistance, please send an email to [e-mail] with your request.

Thank You for Considering Doran Contractors

Thank you for your interest in joining Doran Contractors Limited. We appreciate every application, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. Any such submissions become the property of Doran Contractors Limited and are not eligible for compensation.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

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