About the role

  • Project Accountant managing financial transactions for construction projects at PCL Industrial Management in Edmonton. Ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with project requirements and financial policies.

Responsibilities

  • Collects, reconciles, obtains approval, and processes through PCL business systems all project-related trade partner payments, general expenditures, and internal payroll costing allocations (including recharge)
  • Completes all financial transactions in a timely and accurate manner to meet all contract payment terms as per legislation, contract terms, and PCL policy, procedures, and guidelines
  • Provides project team with various ad hoc reports and analyses as required
  • Participates in year-end procedures as assigned
  • Assembles client billings package in accordance with approval procedures and processes through PCL business systems to ensure the client is in receipt of billings on a timely basis and payments are received as per contract terms and conditions
  • Assists with assembling of information for internal financial reporting requirements and external financial reporting requirements
  • Ensures that all project and subcontract required documentation, including insurance, bonding, SDI, workers’ compensation, statutory declarations, and lien waivers is in place
  • Interprets trade partner documentation for accounting-related items only and follows established accounting procedures
  • Assists with the identification of any compliance and/or project risks (e.g., trade partner issues, financial risk)
  • Assists with the assembly of information for internal and external audits
  • Effectively communicates with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues
  • Develops and maintains strong customer focused relationships with all stakeholders
  • Values and models the solution provider and profitability culture
  • Other duties as required

Requirements

  • Postsecondary degree or diploma in a related discipline
  • CPA Designation not required
  • Some co-op experience or 6 months to 1 year of accounting experience preferred
  • Basic skills using Microsoft Office Suite and experience with JD Edwards ERP software
  • Introductory knowledge of construction industry; understands general construction terms and processes
  • Knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable
  • Basic understanding of accounting principles, including maintenance of ledgers and cash-flows
  • Exposure to project costing principles, recoveries, insurance, and contract/subcontract requirements as related to accounting
  • Exposure to subcontract purchase order (PO) terms, including insurance and subcontractor default insurance (SDI) requirements
  • Exposure to owner contracts as they relate to payment terms
  • Awareness of lien rights
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks with conflicting deadline while remaining organized
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment, with strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to act with the required discretion when handling confidential information
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective stakeholder relationships

Benefits

  • Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
  • Annual discretionary performance bonuses
  • RRSP, TFSA, Pension Contribution Options
  • Flexible medical, dental and vision benefits
  • Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
  • Life, AD&D and disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave and family care support
  • Health and lifestyle spending account options
  • Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
  • Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
  • Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
  • Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions

Job title

Project Accountant

Job type

Experience level

Junior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Associate's Degree

Tech skills

Location requirements

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