Finance Manager jobs in Canada

The Project Accounting Managers manage and develop a team of project accountants responsible for providing superior customer service and accounting support to the internal Operations and Sales team as well as external customers.

• Provide direction, training, and performance management for the Project Accounting team
• Allocate and monitor team workload to ensure efficient processing and coverage across entities and regions.
• Oversee customer (external and internal) escalations, ensuring timely resolution and maintaining strong business relationships.
• Promote team development through continuous learning, cross‑training, and reinforcement of
• Lead harmonization of processes and workflows for the PA area, as well as definition of requirements for ERP and other support tools
• Support proper integration between PA function and other functional areas, including project management and other non‑financial departments

• Oversee & support end to end accurate processing of new construction projects, budgets, change orders created by Project Accountants
• Oversee & support processing of monthly billings in accordance with contract requirements for construction projects
• Oversee & support monitoring of job costing analysis in support of operations
• Owning the Work in Process (WIP) process including the project cost and revenue recognition process, working capital calculations
• Oversee & support review of construction contracts as necessary to ensure risk mitigation and compliance. Including the preparation and review of supporting schedules and work papers
• Cooperate closely with Financial Business Partners on project performance and forecasting impacts,
• Oversee the proper execution and compliance around construction specific requirements for project e.g., insurances, bonding, liens, indemnifications, etc
• Seek constant process improvement opportunities and propose relevant process changes to improve efficiency, timeliness, and redundancy reduction
• General Ledger entries & review of PA team posting activities
• Develop and own action plans in cooperation with other finance functions and Operations stakeholders for managing working capital as it pertains to PA area
• Identify opportunities to improve current financial and business reporting, processes, and procedures
• Assist in the financial development of nonfinancial employees, including training at locations across the country
• ERP system responsibilities for modules within area of responsibility

• Prepare and review monthly reconciliations for assigned GL accounts
• Support month‑end and year‑end close activities including the preparation and review of supporting schedules and work papers
• Responsible for process of monthly construction project revenue recognition
• Review general ledger fluctuations and provide variance explanations to management.
• Support working capital management through and communication of material forecasts and variances to Operations. Provide operational reporting, audit schedules, and analysis to Accounting and Operations leadership as needed.
• Support year‑end audits including preparation and analysis of requested documents
• Support internal audit requests.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent industry experience; minimum of 10+ years of accounting experience, including 5+ years in a supervisory or managerial role
• Demonstrated experience and strong knowledge of construction accounting and project‑based financial processes
• Strong understanding of GAAP principles, and construction industry related compliance
• Knowledge of working capital management, cash flow optimization, and DSO monitoring
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail, accuracy, and data integrity
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to partner effectively across multiple departments and business units
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment, balancing strategic initiatives with operational execution

• Demonstrated success managing cross‑functional projects involving finance, operations, procurement, or IT systems.
• Experience partnering with accounting transformation or integration leaders to align processes, harmonize workflows, and support ERP conversions or system implementations
• Experience with ERP implementations

• Must be able to effectively communicate, (i.e. see, hear, speak and write clearly) in order to communicate with employees and/or customers; manual dexterity required for frequent reaching, and lifting of small objects, and operating office equipment.

• The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate
• Travel may be required.

Pay Rate: $135,000 - $155,000 DOE

Paladin Technologies is a premier North American complex systems integrator for building technology solutions, including IP security, alarms & monitoring, audio visual, low‑voltage infrastructure, and networking. As a leader in the design, deployment, optimization, management, and maintenance of communication and digital networks, Paladin can meet the needs of clients on a national scale, while providing local support. Our team is the best in the industry, with manufacturer trained technicians, PMP‑certified project managers, CTS‑and RCDD‑certified design engineers, coordinators, and administrative resources.

Paladin has offices coast to coast across the United States and Canada, and nearly 1,700 talented and committed professionals dedicated to custom‑crafting and installing technology solutions for clients requiring Integrated Security, Network Infrastructure, Audio Visual, Fiber Optics/OSP, Structured Cabling, and more. We are always at the forefront of the changing technology landscape, and through continued training, complex client projects, and company support, we provide our colleagues with exciting challenges and a rewarding career as Paladin continues to grow.

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability & veterans, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process, please send an email or call 1-855-296-3199 to speak with Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request.

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