Project Accountant

As a Project Accountant you will be responsible for coordinating the accurate and timely entry and reporting of data in the company financial systems. This includes accounts receivable, subcontract management, payroll, equipment time entry, accounts payable, and month‑end reporting. Interaction and communication with management and project teams are important to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of data. Success in this role requires strong teamwork and the ability to perform in a fast‑paced environment.
Essential Responsibilities   Supports the project management team in completing monthly cost and profitability reporting, including monthly accrual entry
Understand contract requirements for billing
Coordinates the accounts receivable functions, including the timely and accurate submission of billing and invoicing
Ensures timesheets are collected and processed timely and accurately
Reviews accounts payable to ensure accurate cost coding and compliance to purchase orders
Tracks subcontractor commitments and enters progress payments, including payment to the subcontractor, ensuring compliance to contractual terms
Supports equipment and fixed asset cost tracking, entry, and reconciliation
Prepares and enters journal entries into the financial ERP system (JD Edwards)
Prepares and reconciles daily/weekly LEMs
Qualifications   3+ years of related project accounting experience within the construction industry
Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, and financial applications including large ERP systems (JD Edwards experience is an asset)
Strong skill set within Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
Analytical skills with attention to detail
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines
Commitment to continuous improvement and excellent customer service
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Well‑developed interpersonal and organizational skills
Work Conditions   Site‑based position with camp accommodation or LOA provided, depending on the project
Travel allowance provided based on successful candidate’s proximity to site
Position will work on a 10/4 or 14/7 rotation
Employment Equity:
We are a proud equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status or any other identifying characteristic, are encouraged to apply.

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