Project Finance Senior Manager Details | Aecon; Courtice

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, the Senior Manager, Project Finance will have a comprehensive knowledge of Aecon Nuclear administrative operations, mentor staff in the management of accounting practices, complete financial reporting, and oversee all Finance and Accounting processes on site for the Darlington New Nuclear Program (DNNP).

This position will work closely with the DNNP Integrated Project Delivery Project Directors and project teams, as well as the client, OPG.

• Provides financial reporting to meet customer, partner, and site team requirements.
• Reviews monthly project forecasts, manages the month-end close deliverables for the Aecon-managed General Partnerships, and facilitates month-end and ongoing project reporting as required.
• Participates in quarterly forecasts, annual business plans, and budgets.
• Reviews partner invoices for completion and accurate costing, oversees billings to the client.
• Helps resolve any disputed billings and takes steps necessary to ensure the timely release of payments from the client.
• Ensures job costs are monitored and forecasted.
• Responsible for foreign exchange projection and initiating any hedges or letters of credit required in conjunction with the Aecon Treasury team.
• Participates in the gathering of financial information needed for claims or change order requests.
• Reviews contracts and changes for commercial terms, including insurance requirements and provides advice on how to mitigate risk in these areas.
• Supports GP Project management with strategic planning and business case analysis.
• Delivers monthly project financial updates in leadership forums.
• Responsible for reviewing cash flow forecasts with site teams and GP partner finance teams.
• Identifies efficiencies, enhances processes and working files to provide high-quality, timely information.
• Mentors Project Finance team and junior staff.

• Post‑secondary school education in business or equivalent experience.
• Advanced working knowledge of an ERP and Excel; experience with SAP is an asset.
• Completion of a post‑secondary degree and Accounting designation.
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of post‑qualification related experience, ideally in the construction and/or manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, including technical accounting and reporting requirements.
• Strong leadership skills, a highly motivated, team‑oriented person who enjoys building relationships and working with Operations teams toward a common goal.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) are extremely important in this role.

Pay range: $120,000 - $140,000. Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.

We strongly encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply for this position. Aecon welcomes all to apply, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.