Project Accountant
Job in
Toronto, Ontario, C6A, Canada
Listed on 2026-10-06
Listing for:
Altis Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-06
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Financial Analyst, Cost Accountant
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
We are hiring a Project Accountant to join a Toronto-based engineering consulting firm. This role reports to the Controller and is pivotal in overseeing multiple projects, ensuring accurate cost tracking, billing, cash collection, and reporting. The Project Accountant will collaborate with the accounting team to ensure monthly completion of project policies and procedures and contribute to year-end financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities- Provide project updates to the Controller on a monthly basis or as issues arise, offering insights into the financial health of projects.
- Prepare client invoices in line with company procedures, client requirements, and contractual terms.
- Monitor invoice aging and manage cash collections.
- Track accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding payments as necessary.
- Maintain project setups in the company’s project management system, ensuring accurate coding and compliance.
- Engage extensively with project teams, clients, and sub-consultants to ensure the financial health of projects.
- Identify and resolve potential project and accounting issues on a monthly basis.
- Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and contractual obligations.
- Support project audits and respond to external audit requests.
- Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in project accounting, preferably within engineering, architecture, or construction sectors.
- Experience with Deltek Vision is required.
- Strong understanding of revenue recognition, cost control, and budget monitoring.
- CPA designation (or in progress) is an asset.
- Proficient in Excel.
- Half-day Fridays throughout the year.
- Health insurance with 100% premiums paid by the company.
- Wellness and fitness reimbursement.
- Professional membership and formal education reimbursement (for applicable roles).
- Career development and professional development sessions (count towards CPD).
- Monthly pizza/BBQ lunches and ice cream days during summer.
- A multi-faith room is available in the office.
- Modern, dynamic, and vibrant workspace.
- Presto card for work-related travel (client meetings or site visits).
- Annual social retreats and monthly social events.
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