Senior Project Accountant

Senior Project Accountant

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Senior Project Accountant will be part of a high‑performing project team dedicated to delivering construction projects in the Greater Toronto Area. You will provide project accounting leadership and support for joint‑venture arrangements, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficient financial management.

Location:

Mississauga, ON or Calgary, AB.

• Accountable for the financial management of projects for the joint venture arrangement, including gross profit, project % complete forecasting, WIP, revenue recognition, and backlog.
• Consolidate external financial joint‑venture documents and reports to be compliant with the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Oversee cost management activities, including cost reconciliation, analysis, and control measures, while ensuring adherence to joint‑arrangement contracts.
• Review and validate vendor and consultant invoices for compliance, accuracy, and appropriate cost allocation.
• Resolve billing discrepancies and issues to facilitate quick turnaround time on necessary revisions.
• Keep up to date with outstanding payments and cash collections, providing reporting and follow‑up as required.
• Collaborate closely with the project team to gather relevant financial information and provide regular updates on project financial status.
• Conduct regular cost reviews and reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies or variances.
• Support accounts payable processes to enable timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Audit project profit & loss (P&L) reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company reporting policies and accounting standards.
• Monitor project profitability, including claims management, to identify areas for risk and opportunity.
• Manage month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes, including reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with project managers, directors, and other stakeholders to provide financial insights and support for project planning and execution.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies, including internal controls and external audit requirements.
• Handle ad‑hoc financial assignments and projects as required.
• Support project closeout processes.
• Respond to requests received from internal and external auditors.
• Help champion a strong partnership and act as liaison between the district finance team and its operational counterparts.
• Support the Finance Manager and Senior Finance Manager on continuous improvement initiatives.

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant work experience.
• CPA or other relevant professional designation considered an asset.
• At least 4 years of relevant project accounting experience.
• Advanced Excel proficiency, including complex formulas, XLOOKUP/INDEX MATCH functions, and arrays.
• Proficiency with ERP systems; experience in Viewpoint Vista, 4
  
  Cast Plus, or InEight considered an asset.
• Industry construction and public company experience is an asset.
• Ability to forge, grow, and maintain positive relationships with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem‑solving skills, and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and prioritize work effectively to meet demanding schedules.

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