Senior Accountant

Turner Construction | Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction is seeking a Senior Accountant for its Vancouver office to provide financial support for projects. The role involves overseeing financial administration, ensuring compliance with client requirements, and supporting a high-performing finance team. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, with preferred experience in construction industry and team management.

Benefits

Health and dental coverage

RRSP matching

End of Year Premium Pay

Regular social events

Soft and hard skill training opportunities

Qualifications

• 5 years related experience or equivalent combination of education or experience.
• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Supervisory/management of small team preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial services and support to profit centers and projects.
• Audit client billing and ensure contract requirements are met.
• Coordinate preparation of financial statements and reports.

Skills

Analytic ability

Critical thinking

Professional communication

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

SAP

Textura

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Type : Regular

Job Classification : Experienced

Job Family : Finance

BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH TURNER CONSTRUCTION

Turner Construction, founded in 1902, is North America's largest general builder, shaping skylines globally with over 11,500 professionals and $17 billion in annual volume. We handle 1,500 projects annually across sectors like healthcare, education, and commercial spaces, combining local agility with global strength.

Since 1951, Turner has been a key player in Canada's construction industry, with nearly $1 billion in annual revenue and over 930 professionals. Our Vancouver team, established in 2011, leads with $300 million in annual revenue and expertise in complex projects. Named one of BC’s Top 100 Employers in 2023 and recognized with multiple industry awards, Turner is committed to quality, safety, and fostering an inclusive work environment.

Turner Construction isn't just about buildings – we’re about building futures, empowering employees, and leaving a lasting legacy for the communities we serve.

THE SENIOR ACCOUNTANT OPPOURTUNITY

Canadian Turner Construction (Vancouver) is seeking a full-time Senior Accountant to join our head office team. This position is Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, and reports to the Accounting Manager. In this role, you will provide financial services and support to profit centers and projects, while identifying and communicating potential profitability issues or risks to management. You will work closely with project teams to lead financial administration and fiscal management, ensuring that all profit centers and project stakeholders are aligned with financial best practices and goals.

As a Senior Accountant, you will :

• Create a supportive environment to develop high performing finance team, provide training opportunities and engage in mentoring relationships.
• Lead accountants and other related team members, provide timely performance feedback and contribute to performance appraisals during the annual performance cycle, utilizing talent management systems.
• Oversee and implement procedures to ensure client contractual requirements are met in regard to billing and accounts receivables, conduct contract analysis to determine billing deadlines, payments terms, billable and non-reimbursable expenses, and agreements for insurance and fee billings along with approved billing rates.
• Regularly audit client billing and project ledger, to ensure contract requirements meet accounting and company policy.
• Oversee management of accounts payable for vendor invoices and to ensure accounts are up to date.
• Participate in monthly close process, adhere to company calendar.
• Assist and comply with all internal and external audit requests.
• Set-up, coordinate, and evaluate financial administration, general conditions budgeting, and certain tax reporting for project.
• Be responsible for managing process for assets, insurance and tax requirements.
• Prepare cash position reports, assess any potential risks or profitability, communicate to management and project teams.
• Coordinate preparation of financial statements, financial reports, special analyses, and information reports for projects.
• Coordinate and communicate with customers and vendors in connection with accounts payable and accounts receivable issues.
• Prepare and / or review miscellaneous studies, analysis and reconciliations, including bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Lead and / or participate in project financial closeout process.
• Apply knowledge of and comply with local and Canadian tax requirements, and process transactions accordingly.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Is this the right role for you :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field, and 5 years related experience or equivalent combination of education or experience.
• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Supervisory / management of small team preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and company policies, able to educate and enforce policies.
• Ability to read and understand financial reports.
• Analytic ability to review and assess financial data, interpret trends, and recognize inconsistencies.
• Apply critical thinking to manage through complex decisions and judgments.
• Understand accounting implications of various contract terms.
• Display actions related to profitability and risk management and effectively communicates risk management issues.
• Exercise independent judgment and discretion with ability to identify problems and initiate corrective action
• Apply innovation to offer and implement suggestions to improve overall operations.
• Ability to manage competing activities, requests, and short-cycle deadlines simultaneously
• Able to observe performance and effectively provide performance feedback.
• Must have high proficiency in financial system applications, SAP and Textura experience, advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Self-motivated, adaptable and flexible to operate with minimal direction and little or no supervision while working in complex and changing environment.
• Lead by example and set standards for performance and behavior; act with integrity and professionalism, strong dedication to teamwork.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• High degree of organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.

At Turner, we appreciate the strength that every member brings. As you offer your unique knowledge and help carry our company forward, we guarantee to support you in your individual growth journey. The annual base salary range for this position may be CA$95,000 to CA$130,000, depending on experience and fit. Besides a competitive base compensation, we offer a thorough benefits program including End of Year Premium Pay, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, Summer Fridays, gym access, referral bonus program, regular social events, soft and hard skill training opportunities, and much more!

How To Start Your Journey With Turner Construction

We are always looking for talented people who fit our positive culture and are passionate about what they do! If you feel Turner Construction is the right fit for you, here is how to apply :

• Click APPLY on this posting
• Add your cover letter and resume
• Connect with one of our Turner team members through LinkedIn.

Additional Information

More Opportunities :

• Community & Citizenship Committee : Come join our C&C Committee to get involved in facilitating and coordinating various community-oriented initiatives and projects that align with the company's values and objectives. This committee brings Turner and the community together by fostering positive relationships and creating a sense of social responsibility among employees.
• Social Committee : Opportunity to get involved with social committee that focuses on organizing and managing social and recreational activities for employees. This committee plays a significant role in enhancing the workplace environment and improves overall employee morale. It creates a positive and engaging workplace atmosphere.
• Growth and Development : Turner provides constant support to their employees by using tools to review employees' capabilities, accomplishments, and progress. These are in place to ensure all team members have constant check-ins, feedback sessions and goals settings to ensure they are performing at their best and get the support needed to grow professionally.

Physical Demands & Work Environment :

The job requires climbing stairs, using hoists and ladders, and navigating construction areas. Employees will frequently sit, climb, stoop, kneel, use tools, and work with computers. Vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The role involves mobility, occasional travel, and work at various sites. Employees must lift up to 10 pounds regularly and 25 pounds occasionally. Work environments include construction sites with exposure to hazards like mechanical parts, heights, fumes, and noise. Employees must follow safety policies, with accommodations available for disabilities.

Thank you for your interest in Turner Construction! Due to the high volume of applicants, we can only respond to shortlisted; however, we will keep your information on file for future opportunities.

Turner Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available, including for applicants with disabilities, in the application and recruitment process, upon request.

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