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*** This position requires relocation to Canada***
Canada is a fantastic place to live and as a company on the leading edge of construction PCL is one of the best places in the country to work. Were consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because were committed to supporting and developing our teams. Our innovative employeeowned company provides outstanding compensation and flexible benefits along with the chance to work on iconic largescale projects. If youve been thinking about moving to Canada for a career that offers excellent worklife balance this is the opportunity youve been waiting for.
At PCL we build the places where life happens and we find camaraderie in the process. Were a community of builders committed to building better communities. Thats why were always looking ahead and not just to the next project or whats next in our industry.
Were also looking at whats next for you and how we can help you build a career and a life in Canada. As anAccountant 1 you will be part of Canadian legacy projects that will support generations to come. Your team is waiting for you!
Once you apply our recruitment team will review your application and contact you if your experience is a good fit for the position. In the meantime sign up for our talent community so you can be the first to know about PCL opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Performs general accounting and administrative functions to meet contractual requirements for operational and basic accounting for large projects.
- Completes and reviews all financial transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
- Provides project teams with ad hoc reports and analysis as the need arises.
- Assembles information for internal and external financial reporting requirements.
- 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.
- Communicates to project team and accounting management any compliance and project risks and assists with risk mitigation.
- Assembles client billings packages in accordance with contract terms and conditions and ensures timely payment.
- Reviews contracts and interprets trade partner documentation for accountingrelated items and assists with project setup procedures.
- Supervises mentors and coaches entry level accounting staff.
Qualifications
- Postsecondary degree or diploma in a related discipline.
- Active pursuit of accounting designation considered an asset.
- 35 years of accounting experience in construction or a related industry preferred.
- Advanced understanding of fullcycle accounting and project forecasting and budgeting.
- Intermediate knowledge of government legislation and generally accepted accounting principles.
- Intermediate knowledge of project costing principles recoveries insurance and contract/subcontract requirements as related to accounting.
- Understands and complies with all labor agreements government legislation and PCL policies and procedures.
- Intermediate understanding of owner contracts as they relate to payment terms billing requirements audit rights and costofwork definition insurance and bonding.
- Exhibits strong management skills with the ability to delegate and coordinate activities and lead and motivate employees.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and experience with accounting software.
PCL is an innovative employeeowned company of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations careers education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.
The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employmentrelated decisions without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity age disability or veteran status.
Should you require an accommodation during the application process please contact us the position and location you are interested in.
Together we can build success and a better future. Lets get started!
Primary Location: Calgary Alberta
Job: Accountant
Requisition:8321
Employment Type
Full Time
