Accounting Manager

Carlson Construction Group,owned and operated by the Carlson family, celebrated its 55th anniversary in 2026. As a distinguished contractor, Carlson specializes in heavy civil, industrial, marine, and deep foundation services. Recognized as one of the largest specialty contractors in British Columbia by Business in Vancouver’s annual rankings, our group of companies includes Brymark Installations Group, Corwest Fabrications, Vancouver Pile Driving, and Carlson Marine & Industrial Rentals Ltd (CMIR), To learn more about us, visit the Carlson Construction Group website.

Join Carlson
, a leader in the heavy civil and marine construction industry, as our next Accounting Manager
. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in our growing organization while advancing your career in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Reporting to the Group Financial Controller
, you will provide financial leadership and support across our group of companies, partnering with senior management to drive strong financial performance, enhance processes, and support strategic decision-making.

• Oversee accounting operations for all five operating entities.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year endclose procedures.
• Ensure accurate recording of revenue, costs,payroll,accruals, prepaids,fixed assets and intercompany accounts.
• Coordinate responsibilities within team members to manage and meet deadlines.
• Oversee AP and AR processes across five entities
• Review payroll accounting and payroll-relatedreconcilaitions
• Monitor cash requirements across all entities and projects.
• Ensure timely processing and payment of subcontractors, supplies andother vendors.
• Monitor collections, aged receivables, and customer accounts.
• Coordinate annual budgets across all five operating entities.
• Support year-end audit, including preparation of working papers, analysis, and other required support.
• Maintain effective accountingpoliciesand procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Canadian and BC accounting, tax and reporting requirements.

• Support theteam and provide effective leadership for the group of companies.
• Understand the unique needs and requirements of both the Finance and Construction teams, providing insight and leadership to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Promote a culture of teamwork within the finance and accounting team, and the company as a whole, by coaching, directing, and assisting staff as needed.
• Manage and motivate the finance team of5staff members.

• Provide support to the business.
• Identify opportunities to add value by supporting the team.
• Recommend and implement new controls and processes.
• Prepare and analyze reports for key stakeholders as requested.
• Act as the primary accounting resource for operational management.

• Minimum of3years supervising accounting staff
• Familiarity with Acumatica is beneficial
• Experience in the construction industry and unionized environments
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel pivot tables
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

• High personal, professional, and ethical standards
• Collaborative, proactive, and results-oriented mindset
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Proven leadership and coaching skills
• Experience with change management
• Effective prioritization and time-management skills

The actual salary offered to the successful candidate will be determined based on job‑related factors, including relevant experience, years of experience, qualifications, internal equity, and Carlson Construction Group’s compensation policy.

• Competitive Compensation
  – Competitive base salary, company-paid RRSP contributions, and bonus eligibility
• Grow Your Career
  – Professional development, mentorship, and ongoing learning opportunities
• Flexible Work Schedule – Enjoy a hybrid work arrangement with 4 days in the office and 1 day working from…