Senior Project Accountant

Zeidler Architecture; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading architectural practice that values creativity and community impact. As a Senior Project Accountant, you'll play a crucial role in supporting the financial aspects of diverse projects while collaborating with talented professionals. This dynamic firm fosters a culture of mentorship and continuous learning, ensuring that your contributions are recognized and valued. With a focus on work-life balance, you can expect competitive compensation and a range of benefits that enhance your professional journey. If you're motivated and eager to grow in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

PATO Days

Competitive compensation

Extended health benefits

Dental benefits

Health and wellness spending allowance

Annual profit share

Wellness initiatives

Training & education support

Mentorship opportunities

Social events

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in Project Accounting, preferably in architectural/engineering firms.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve employee expense reports and reconcile corporate credit cards.
• Assist in financial reporting and analysis, including monthly and annual statements.

Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Relations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Advanced Accounting Diploma

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

Deltek Ajera Software

ERP Systems

Job description

Who We Are

As a leading Canadian architectural practice, Zeidler designs meaningful spaces that contribute to the community and deliver lasting value. With offices in Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver and Victoria, we offer full architectural and interior design services.

Propelled by curiosity and driven by human connection, our creative process is based on cultivating the potential of our team. We nurture our expertise through mentorship and continuous learning. We listen to, consider, and build on each other’s ideas to develop thoughtful solutions that address complex challenges.

Our award-winning work spans a broad range of sectors including academic, healthcare, residential, mixed-use, commercial, cultural and civic. As we continue to grow our national practice, we are seeking talented individuals who embrace creative, passionate, and forward-thinking approaches to join our dynamic team.

What We Are Seeking

As a Senior Project Accountant, you will report directly to the Director of Finance and Accounting. The ideal candidate will have solid communication, technology and analytical skills, be detail-oriented and well-organized, and be able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks. This individual must be able to successfully manage interpersonal relations and communicate clearly to effectively support architectural staff, specifically including Partners and Project Managers.

• Review and Approval of Employee Expense reports, reconciliation of corporate CCs processed, and invoices and delivery to the client issued by the Project Accountant
• Provide support and back up to the Director, Finance and Accounting for the processing of Mid-Month and Monthly EFT cycles
• Review balances of corporate credit cards to ensure optimal balances for cardholder use while maintaining positive cash flow
• Set up new projects in the ERP system
• Work with Project Managers to utilize tools within the ERP system to review and analyze project metrics effectively and efficiently
• Orientation and training of new employees on the use of the ERP system and Time and Expense compliance
• Financial Reporting and Analysis
• Assist the Director, Finance and Accounting with the creation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements including but not limited to review and analysis of balance sheets, PL statements, forecasting, etc.
• Assist the Partnership, Chief Financial Officer and the Director, Finance and Accounting with Ad Hoc tasks
• Actively adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures established by the company, including understanding and following all relevant guidelines, participating in mandatory training sessions, and consistently practicing safe work habits.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or an Advanced Accounting Diploma
• Sufficiently conversant with the use of computer; skilled in performing mathematical processes; and an outstanding knowledge of utilizing accounting software, as well as other basics
• 5-10 years of experience in a Project Accounting role, with experience in an architectural/engineering or other professional services firm considered an asset
• Commendable skills in general bookkeeping procedures or principles
• Knowledge of Deltek Vantagepoint or Deltek Ajera Software or other fully integrated project accounting platform, a plus
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment
• Ability to work independently and with a team, take initiative, set tasks and see projects through to completion
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong team skills
• Consistent and highly organized

Benefits + Perks
Zeidler believes in a work-life balance and valuing our people with benefits like:

• PATO Days – enjoy an extra day off on long weekends and holiday closures
• Competitive compensation
• Benefits include extended health, dental, health and wellness spending allowance, EFAP, etc.
• Annual profit share
• Wellness initiatives
• Training & education support
• Mentorship and continuous learning
• Professional membership reimbursement
• Social events
• Fun work environment and great firm culture… and so much more

What to do now
If you are a motivated, creative, and inspired individual who has the ambition to grow and enjoys working in a collaborative, exciting, and fast-paced environment surrounded by challenging opportunities, we would like to hear from you. Please apply here!

Zeidler is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, and stands by our principles for a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Applications from all qualified candidates are welcome and we encourage applications from, but not limited to visible minorities, peoples with disabilities, racialized peoples, Indigenous peoples, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

Please let us know by email or by telephone at 403-233-2525 if you require any accommodation throughout the interview process. We will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate.