Accountant 2

 

Description:

Responsibilities

  • Performs general accounting and administrative functions to meet contractual requirements for operational and basic accounting.
  • Completes all financial transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Participates in monthly forecast review meetings.
  • Provides project teams with ad hoc reports and analysis as the need arises.
  • Assists with the assembly of information for internal and external financial reporting requirements.
  • Assembles client billings packages in accordance with contract terms and conditions and ensures timely payment.
  • Prepares bank deposits, monthly reconciliations, and cash receipt entries.
  • Identifies any irregularities or risk exposure and supports the development of a strategy to address them.
  • ensures that all required documentation, including insurance, bonding, SDI, workers compensation, statutory declarations, and lien waivers is in place.
  • Interprets trade partner documentation for accounting-related items and following established accounting procedures.

Qualifications

  • Postsecondary degree or diploma in a related discipline.
  • Active pursuit of accounting designation considered an asset.
  • 2 years of accounting experience in construction or a related industry preferred.
  • Understanding of full-cycle accounting and project forecasting and budgeting.
  • Knowledge of government legislation and generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Intermediate understanding of lien rights.
  • Basic exposure to bid and contract securities and insurance as they relate to risk management, claims management, pricing, and accounting.
  • Basic understanding of subcontract PO terms including insurance and subcontractor default insurance (SDI) and bonding requirements.
  • Exposure to owner contracts as they relate to payment terms, billing requirements, audit rights, and cost-of-work definition.
  • Ability to act with the required discretion when handling confidential information.
  • Solid understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and experience with accounting software.

Organization PCL Construction
Industry Accounting / Finance / Audit Jobs
Occupational Category Accountant
Job Location Edmonton,Canada
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2023-07-15 4:33 pm
Expires on 2024-12-21