Project Accountant
Project Accountant
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Job Description
Build Your Career at Aecon
Aecon is proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of this generation. From the roads and transit systems that connect our communities to the communication networks that link us from coast-to-coast and the water infrastructure that supplies our businesses and homes. Our integral work includes constructing the pipelines that join provinces with the energy that fuels the nation and the airports and ports that connect us all. Aecon is there safely and sustainably building the future.
We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement driven by the diversity expertise and teamwork of our employees. We are always searching the globe for exceptional candidates to join the Aecon family and be a part of our forward-thinking innovative best-in-class organization!
What is the Opportunity
The Project Accountant will be responsible for carrying out routine accounting activities related to the day to day project.This will be a site-based position assigned to a very exciting new major project in the GTA.
What Youll Do Here:
Assist with month end close & prepare necessary journal entries
Prepare and enter month end accruals and cost transfers
Prepare monthly retails sales tax filings & related reconciliations
Assist in the preparation of monthly & yearly financial statements supporting schedules and reports
Assist in the preparation of cash flows for the project
Prepare monthly reconciliations related to Balance Sheet & Income statement
Assist with accounts receivable accounts payable purchasing payroll and to prepare financial reports
Assist with audits - financial Internal control & tax
Assist in dealing with tax authorities unions suppliers & sub contractors
Assist with the review & issue of project cost reports and with developing Estimated Costs at Completion (ECAC)
Assist in compiling contract billings managing change orders and subcontracts
Participate in the preparation of project forecasts quarterly/ annual Business Plans/ Budgets for the project
Work closely with Finance Manager in preparing monthly progress invoices to client
Enter client billings into the applicable system
What You Bring to the Team:
- Bachelors degree in Finance Economics or Accounting
- 3 years of experience should be pursuing CPA designation
- Experience in construction or related industry is preferred
- Experience with SAP BPC and Business Objects is valued
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to balance and prioritize multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
- Ability to work with internal/ external stakeholders
- Relevant financial skills
- Mobility is an asset
- Bilingual French/Englishis an asset
What Makes us Aecon Proud:
- Engaging and agile workplace culture collaborative and inclusive teams
- Commitment to sustainability and to becoming a net-zero company by 2050
- Investing in our people through a variety of learning and development programs such as Aecon University BluePrint leadership program and Project Management Academy
- Variety of wellness benefits access to virtual health care 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums Employee Assistance Program Best Doctors Program and more.
- Tuition reimbursement opportunities
- Recognition and rewards through Aecon Accolades Aecon Achievement Awards and more
- Employee Stock Options Short Term Incentive Program Retirement Savings and Pension Plan
Employment Type
Contract
