Senior Project Accountant

Senior Project Accountant

As the Senior Project Accountant, you are responsible for the accurate and timely entry and reporting of data in the company financial systems. You will be responsible for accounts receivable, subcontract management, payroll, equipment time entry, accounts payable, month end and key financial reporting / analysis. You will partner with management and project teams, through effective communication, to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of data, while also helping them to leverage that data to enhance business performance. You are a driven individual, who continuously looks for opportunities to learn, grow and advance your career. You are forward looking, have a big picture mentality and are focused on continuous improvement in order to make Ledcor an even stronger organization. Join our Financial Operations team, apply today!

Essential Responsibilities

• Analyze project costs and provide insights to support strategic decision-making
• Implement and maintain cost control systems to ensure projects stay within budget
• Comprehend and communicate key commercial terms of project contracts to all relevant parties
• Effectively report project financials and interpretations to leadership for decision-making
• Contribute to the development and implementation of collective agreements affecting project costs
• Collect and submit necessary documentation (e.g., statutory declarations, WCB clearance letters) for invoicing
• Prepare and submit Letters of Engagement / Monthly Invoices (LEMs) to clients in accordance with the terms
• Gather third-party invoices to support accurate and timely client billing
• Prepare and submit monthly equipment rental billings, progress invoices, and manage holdback releases
• Process and reconcile electronic billing submissions, ensuring alignment with client billing systems

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role. Must have a post-secondary business degree. Experience within commercial construction, Telecom or a related industry is preferred. Knowledge of JD Edwards or similar large ERP is preferred. Working knowledge of construction methods, financial acumen regarding equipment utilization, rates, equipment capital decisions, and profitability analysis, construction accounting principles, construction software systems, strong analytical skills and problem solving, excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Work Conditions

This position offers work from home options with the understanding that at times you may be required to attend the office or travel to the project site as business needs require.

Additional Information

The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America's most diversified construction companies. Ledcor has been recognized as a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America. Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial well-being. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge. At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply. Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Ledcor participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.