Project Accountant

at  Aecon Group

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!

• Responsible for all aspects of construction project finance including compiling financial results and managing the purchasing and payroll process
• Prepare monthly & yearly financial statements, cashflows and supporting schedules and reports.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations related to Balance Sheet & Income statement.
• Assist with audits - financial, Internal control & tax.
• Work with Project or Operations Management team to identify and forecast financial exposures.
• Work with project staff / project controls to review all standard costs and analyze productivity data.
• Participate in the preparation of quarterly forecasts/ annual Business Plans/ Budgets for the project.
• Project month-end closing including preparing and entering month end journal entries such as subcontractor accruals and cost transfers.
• Assist with the review & issue of project cost reports and with developing Estimated Costs at Completion (ECAC).
• Work closely with Project Manager in preparing monthly progress invoices to Owner/Consultant for work performed during the month; enter client billings into the applicable system.
• Ensure associated contract documentation is tracked, stored, and updated appropriately (ie. client billings, accounts payable etc.)
• Ensure all payroll, taxation and accounting practices are in compliance with statutory requirements and internal policies
• Establishing policies, procedures & processes for day-to-day operations of the project that align with Aecon Corporate.
• Main point of contact for client, and partner audit support.