Senior Accountant

PCL Constructors Canada Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company located in Winnipeg, Manitoba is seeking an experienced accountant to perform general accounting and administrative functions. This role requires strong knowledge of full-cycle accounting, project budgeting, and the ability to mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate has over 6 years of experience in the construction industry and is actively pursuing CPA designation. This is a full-time on-site position with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience in construction or a related industry preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of full-cycle accounting and project forecasting and budgeting.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Perform general accounting and administrative functions.
• Complete financial transactions in a timely manner.
• Prepare bank deposits and monthly reconciliations.

Skills

Full-cycle accounting

Project forecasting and budgeting

Risk management

Compliance communication

Mentoring

Education

Postsecondary degree or diploma in accounting and/or finance

Active pursuit of CPA designation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Accounting software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Performs general accounting and administrative functions to meet contractual requirements for operational and basic accounting.
• Completes all financial transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Participates in monthly forecast review meetings.
• Provides project teams with ad hoc reports and analysis as the need arises.
• Assists with the assembly of information for internal and external financial reporting requirements.
• Assembles client billings packages in accordance with contract terms and conditions and ensures timely payment.
• Prepares bank deposits, monthly reconciliations, and cash receipt entries.
• Identifies any irregularities or risk exposure and supports the development of a strategy to address them.
• Ensures that all required documentation, including insurance, bonding, SDI, workers compensation, statutory declarations, and lien waivers is in place.
• Reads contracts and interprets trade partner documentation for accounting-related items and assists with project set up procedures.
• Identifies and communicates compliance and/or project risks with the project team and accounting management.
• Mentors and coaches staff; assigns and oversees daily tasks of accounting students or other accountants.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary degree or diploma in accounting and/or finance.
• Active pursuit of CPA designation.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience in construction or a related industry preferred.
• Construction experience considered an asset.
• Advanced knowledge of full-cycle accounting and project forecasting and budgeting.
• Advanced understanding of accounting principles, including maintenance of ledgers and cash flows with ability to analyze and recommend potential strategies.
• Intermediate knowledge of government legislation and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Intermediate understanding of lien rights.
• Intermediate knowledge of bid and contract securities and insurance as they relate to risk management, claims management, pricing, and accounting.
• Intermediate knowledge of subcontract PO terms including insurance and subcontractor default insurance (SDI) and bonding requirements.
• Intermediate knowledge and experience with owner contracts as they relate to payment terms, billing requirements, audit rights, and cost-of-work definition.
• Ability to act with the required discretion when handling confidential information.
• Solid understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and experience with accounting software.