Project Accountant

Our Major Projects group is currently looking to add a Project Accountant to our growing team, based in Edmonton, AB.

Reporting to the Project Controller, we are seeking an experienced Accountant to come and be a key component and contributor to the success of our major projects. This position provides accounting support and operational cost control for assigned projects in their portfolio and is involved in the full project life-cycle cost management of major projects.

Please Note: This is a Monday - Friday, 8 hour / day office based position at our Head Office in South Edmonton.

Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinate and execute the setup of new projects
Organize and facilitate month end cost accrual meetings with the PMs, buyers and receivers in order to gather and enter cost accrual information
Assist Project Controller in closing and reviewing project costs on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis
Generate client invoices and track billing information
Maintain and monitor project budgets
Review and correct cost coding discrepancies
Verify and administer contracts with subcontractors
Manage and process accruals for project costs
Record financial transactions through journal entries
Reconcile project costs to ensure accuracy
Provide support for processing change orders
Compile and organize information for internal and external audits
Support analysis of project profitability and performance
Contribute to financial forecasting activities
Undertake special projects and utilize Excel for ad hoc analyses
Provide support and oversight for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions as needed
Manage the closeout process for completed projects
Ensure control and adherence to established systems and processes

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration
• 3 years of project-based accounting experience

Experience with JD Edwards

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting
• Proven knowledge of accrual-based accounting
• Preferred Skills / Qualifications
• Previous experience working in the Construction industry
• Experience with Cost control / Project Controls

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

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*Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

*Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

*Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.

*We do not use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

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Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.