Project Accountant

4 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada Accoravillage Full time

Are you ambitious and looking to make the right move in your career? Now is the perfect time to join Egis. Egis is experiencing substantial growth in North America, now made up of over 1,000 engineers, architects and planners across Canada and the USA. This strategic move underscores our commitment to investing in North America, propelling our expansion to new heights.

Our values showcase everything we believe in:

A Responsible Company - We care about people, and we care about our impact; acting responsibly wherever we work and whatever we do.

A People-First Company - This is an environment of mutual respect where every team member matters, no matter who they are.

A Creative Company - Creativity is in our DNA. This is the fuel that helps us tackle the major challenges of our time.

Joining Egis is an opportunity to make a valuable, positive impact on the world, while growing and developing as a person. Our culture is very collaborative, and we care about people and our impact. We take great pride in being responsible for our clients, for each other and for our planet and its people. You’ll work and innovate in an environment where high standards and personal consideration go hand-in-hand.

Learn more about the exciting opportunity below where you’ll be part of projects renowned for technical excellence, ambition and sustainability

The Role:

Reporting directly to the Senior Operations Finance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering operational support across the company. As the Project Accountant, you'll be a key member of the corporate services team, driving proactive project accounting, overseeing invoicing and collections, and ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and policies.

Location flexibility includes any of our permanent office locations, Montreal, Ottawa, Kingston, or Toronto.

The ideal candidate will have the following background, skills and attributes:

  • Education: Minimum of a two-year diploma in Accounting or a related field. CPA designation is an asset.
  • Experience: Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in project accounting and related functions, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Software Knowledge: Familiarity with Deltek Vision software is advantageous.
  • Technical Skills: Strong expertise in accounts receivable, invoicing, and project reviews and analysis.
  • Analytical Abilities: Excellent analytical skills with keen attention to detail.
  • MS Office Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Administrative Skills: Good organizational and administrative abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple and conflicting priorities.
  • Communication Skills: Ability to handle challenging callers with tact and diplomacy, along with excellent oral and written communication skills in English and French.
  • Professional Experience: Experience in a professional services environment is preferred.
  • Teamwork and Independence: Capable of working effectively both as part of a team and independently.
  • Driver’s License: Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle with valid registration and insurance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Project Management: Open new projects, set billing terms, establish phases, and close projects upon completion within our accounting system.
  • Financial Oversight: Conduct project costing, revenue, and budget reviews, and perform revenue recognition and work-in-progress assessments.
  • Contract Management: Assist with managing project contracts and ensure proper documentation.
  • Invoicing and Collections: Lead the invoicing and collections process by preparing and issuing monthly project invoices to clients, reconciling and preparing incoming client payments for deposit, and managing accounts receivable.
  • Communication and Coordination: Engage in internal communications with project managers, prepare billing and payment summaries, respond to queries from project managers and clients, and update the accounting system with Purchase Orders (P.O.s). Track down P.O.s as needed and follow established accounts receivable processes, including client communication via calls, emails, and statements. Process credit card payments as required.
  • Reporting and Analysis: Oversee backlog and pipeline reporting, analyze financial data, and identify opportunities for enhancing financial and operational practices to improve report accuracy and timeliness for stakeholders.
  • Account Reconciliation: Reconcile General Ledger accounts.
  • Perform other responsibilities and project work as assigned.

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program. If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

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