Senior Construction Project Accountant

Bird Construction; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bird Construction is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to join the Ottawa team. You will lead financial management for complex construction projects, ensuring IFRS-compliant reporting, accurate invoicing, cost tracking, and timely close processes.

The role requires strong Excel skills, ERP experience, and the ability to collaborate across project teams to provide clear financial updates. Ottawa office-based position with potential clearance requirements.

Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent.
• CPA designation or other relevant professional designation is asset.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant project accounting experience.
• Advanced Excel proficiency with complex formulas and dynamic arrays.
• ERP systems experience; Viewpoint Vista, 4CastPlus or InEight is a plus.
• Experience with construction project accounting is an asset.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Hold financial management of construction projects, including cost tracking and revenue recognition.
• Prepare and consolidate IFRS-compliant financial reports.
• Oversee cost management, reconciliation, and control measures.
• Review vendor/consultant invoices for accuracy and cost allocation.
• Resolve billing discrepancies to enable timely payments.
• Monitor cash collections and outstanding payments with reporting.
• Gather project data with teams and provide regular financial updates.
• Conduct cost reviews and resolve variances and discrepancies.
• Support accounts payable for timely invoice processing.
• Audit project P&L reports for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Track project profitability and claims activity to identify risks.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes with reconciliations.
• Collaborate with project managers and directors for financial insights.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.
• Handle ad hoc financial projects and project closeouts.
• Assist Controller with process improvements.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

University degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

CPA designation asset

Tools

Viewpoint Vista

4CastPlus

InEight

Job description

Bird Construction is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to join the Ottawa team. You will lead financial management for complex construction projects, ensuring IFRS-compliant reporting, accurate invoicing, cost tracking, and timely close processes.

The role requires strong Excel skills, ERP experience, and the ability to collaborate across project teams to provide clear financial updates. Ottawa office-based position with potential clearance requirements.