Senior Project Accountant

Ledcor Group; Golden Horseshoe; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will ensure accurate financial reporting and data management, collaborating closely with project teams to drive business performance. Your expertise in cost reporting, project cost controls, and construction accounting will be vital in supporting client billings and managing subcontractors. This innovative firm offers a hybrid work model, competitive rewards, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, making it an exciting opportunity for growth and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive rewards package

Opportunities for growth

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience in commercial construction or related industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurate and timely data entry and reporting in financial systems.
• Collaborate with management to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
• Manage subcontractors and prepare month-end journal entries.

Skills

Cost reporting and strategic analysis

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of construction accounting principles

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Post-secondary business degree

Tools

JD Edwards or similar ERP systems

Construction software systems

Job description

Senior Project Accountant

Apply locations: Toronto, ON | Type: Full time | Posted: 30+ Days Ago | Job Requisition ID: R23982

You are a Senior Project Accountant reporting to the Project Controller. Your responsibilities include accurate and timely data entry and reporting in the company's financial systems, covering accounts receivable, subcontract management, payroll, equipment time entry, accounts payable, month-end closing, and financial reporting/analysis. You will collaborate with management and project teams to ensure data accuracy, timeliness, and completeness, leveraging data to improve business performance. You are proactive, growth-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement to strengthen Ledcor.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Cost reporting and strategic analysis
2. Implementation and management of effective Project Cost Controls
3. Understanding and articulating project contractual commercial terms
4. Communicating reporting information and interpretations with leadership
5. Influencing the development and implementation of collective agreements
6. Coordinating collection and submission of invoicing documentation, including statutory declarations and WCB clearance letters
7. Preparing and submitting LEMs to clients
8. Supporting client billings with third-party invoices
9. Preparing monthly equipment rental billings
10. Managing progress billings, invoices, and holdback releases
11. Processing electronic billing submissions and reconciling client billing systems
12. Tracking outside rental agreements against contracts
13. Collaborating with field teams and payroll to ensure timely time entry
14. Assisting project management in identifying potential change orders
15. Managing subcontractors
16. Preparing month-end journal entries

Qualifications:

1. Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role
2. Post-secondary business degree
3. Experience in commercial construction, telecom, or related industries preferred
4. Knowledge of JD Edwards or similar ERP systems preferred
5. Understanding of construction methods
6. Financial knowledge related to equipment utilization, rates, capital decisions, and profitability analysis
7. Knowledge of construction accounting principles
8. Experience with construction software systems
9. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
10. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
11. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Work Conditions:

• Hybrid work model: work from home with 1-2 days in the office per week

Additional Information

The Ledcor Group of Companies is a diversified North American construction firm with a history of successful projects. Recognized as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers and Most Admired Cultures, we offer a competitive rewards package, exciting work, and opportunities for growth.

Employment Equity

Ledcor values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We are committed to an inclusive culture of empowerment, belonging, and diversity.

Adjustments are available throughout our hiring process. Please contact us in advance via email to request accommodations. For more about our inclusion initiatives, visit our I&D page.