Project Accountant

As the Project Accountant you are responsible for the accurate and timely processing of accounts receivable. You will perform a range of tasks related to purchase orders, subcontractor management and time capture. Working under moderate supervision, the Project Accountant solves routine problems within defined procedures, providing support to various project teams.

This position will be site based in Caledon, ON. Join our Finance Operations team, apply today!

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Processes subcontractor invoices by ensuring invoice packages meet approval requirements; investigates vendor inquiries; distributes cheques and reconciles monthly statements 
• Reviews Purchase Orders for accuracy and completeness prior to commitment  
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between PO quantities, receipts, and invoices
• Coordinate with Accounts Payable to facilitate timely vendor payments
• Prepares aging Accounts Receivables and facilities follow ups 
• Coordinates the collection of compliance documentation (such as statutory declarations, WCB clearance letters, certificates of insurance) required from subcontractors for release of payment 
• Supports accurate time capture by resolving missing or incomplete timesheets and correcting coding errors 
• Processes job cost adjustments, and prepares journal entries  
• Performs reconciliations for both AP and AR to ensure project financials are accurate and up to date 
• Additional ad hoc duties and analysis as required

  

Qualifications: 

• 1-3 years’ experience working in a similar role 
• Proficiency in MS Office, with intermediate Excel skills for dealing with high volumes of data 
• Ability to multi-task, set priorities and meet deadlines with exceptional attention to detail 
• Basic understanding of project contract and commercial terms 
• Commitment to continuous improvement and excellent customer service 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Proactive, self-motivated, problem solver and results oriented 

Working Conditions:

• This is a site-based position with expectation of working on site in Caledon 3-4 days per week and 1-2 day working from home

Compensation

$51,200.00 - $70,400.00

This is the expected base pay range for this role. Individual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors including experience, knowledge, skills, education and location.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Additional Information

The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

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. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.  

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request viaemail. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit ourI&D page.