Aecon Group Inc. · 6 days ago
Jr. Accountant, Project
Aecon Group Inc. is a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, committed to building sustainable projects for future generations. The Junior Project Accountant will provide financial and cost control support for various business units within the Utilities group, assisting in the preparation of financial reports and maintaining project cost reports.
Construction
Responsibilities
Assist Project Accounting team and operations staff along with accounts receivable, accounts payable, estimating and the Utilities finance department to prepare financial reports on a monthly basis
Maintain project cost reports and project ledgers
Assist with monthly project cost reports that include forecasted costs and total monthly variance to plan
Work closely with Senior Project Accountant in preparing monthly progress invoices to Owner/Consultant for work performed during the month
Ensure final payments of holdbacks from owner and to all subcontractors are completed upon project close out
Maintain accurate and timely Cash Flow data, both current and forecasted as compared to projected Cash Flow
Administer input of all approved Change Orders and increases to Prime Contract and pertinent Subcontracts
Act as “Internal Auditor” assuring internal controls are being followed
Assist with interim and year-end audit and reporting requirements
Build and maintain excel reporting models used for monthly and quarterly reporting
Document and ensure continuous process improvements are applied within area of responsibility
Participate in special projects and initiatives as required
Review job positioning and forecasted values with operations monthly
Qualification
Required
Post-Secondary education with a focus in accounting or businesses
An ideal candidate would be working towards an accounting designation (CPA, CMA)
1 year of construction accounting experience is an asset
Demonstrated computer software proficiency with Microsoft Office
Experience working with Excel, knowledge of formulas, shortcuts and pivots
Experience with a large ERP's, particularly SAP, would be a strong asset
Organizational skills to meet multiple deadlines and handle multiple tasks within a high-pressure work environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to work effectively in a team
Ability to work with a sense of urgency by demonstrating the ability to shift priorities to accomplish objectives
Effectively manage time to keep commitments to both internal and external clients
Communication – excellent ability to clearly and effectively communicate information and clarify requirements both orally and in writing
Benefits
Services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being
Aecon University and Leadership Programs
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training
Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Company
Aecon Group Inc.
Aecon Group Inc. (TSX: ARE) is a North American construction and infrastructure development company with global experience.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1987-12-31IPO
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