Jr. Accountant, Project

Come Build Your Career at Aecon

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can't do it safely, we don't do it at all.Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.Accountability. We're passionate about delivering on our commitments.Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us 

At Aecon we:

Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We're always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community

What is the Opportunity?

Reporting to the Project Accounting Supervisor, Finance, the Junior Project Accountant will be responsible for providing financial and cost control support for various business units within the Utilities group. 

What You'll Do Here: 

· 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.

What You Bring to the Team:

· 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.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome 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. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

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