Project Controller

3 months ago

Ottawa, Canada Kiewit Corporation Full time

**Requisition ID**: 173606

**Job Level**: Mid Level

**Home District/Group**: MEC Transportation District

**Department**: Operational Finance

**Market**: Transportation

**Employment Type**: Full Time

**Position Overview**:
The Project Controller is the point person for all accounting and finance needs at a project level. Each project at Mass Electric is run like a small business, with the Project Controller acting as the CFO of their project, typically up to +$200M in size. This position interfaces directly with project and district level management, providing trusted insight into the financial health of a project. The primary focuses of this position include evaluating construction job cost, data reporting/analysis for management, budgeting/forecasting, and revenue recognition. The Project Controller is also responsible for training, development, and management of all project business staff.

**District Overview**:
Mass. Electric Construction Canada Co. (MECC) is a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation and an industry leader in electrical and line systems’ construction and maintenance throughout the United States and Canada.

At MEC we maintain our commitment to hire the best people, provide the training needed to keep up with the demands of today’s work environment, and the opportunities to grow and advance within our organization. As the most experienced installer of rail and transit systems in North America, MECC takes pride in being recognized as the Systems Contractor of Choice delivering innovative solutions through aligning our technical expertise with our client’s objectives. We self-perform most disciplines providing time, cost, and scheduling efficiencies, as well as in-house expertise, resulting in seamless performance for our clients.

**Location**:
Ottawa, ON

**Responsibilities**:

- Leads project forecast reviews, utilizes historical and trending data to validate forecast, and follows company standards for cost and revenue reporting.
- Shows eagerness to learn the ins and outs of the field operations to better understand and communicate financial reports and data.
- Supports Operations team with decision making by identifying, quantifying, and communicating financial risks and opportunities.
- Manages employee performance using the division of responsibilities, clearly communicates expectations and goals, and provides coaching and radically honest feedback during employee performance reviews.
- Prepares client invoicing, manages accounts receivable and revenue, and reviews project cash flow projection monthly.
- Reviews and understands prime contract and change orders, including insurance, taxes, payment terms, and labor laws.
- Follows and implements proper internal controls and acts as main point of contact for any internal or external financial audits.
- Drives continuous improvement throughout the organization and is a proponent for positive change.
- Earns trust, credibility, and buy in of processes from Operations team to create better cohesion and clear communication within the organization.
- Displays first-rate customer service skills - willing to help with a positive attitude when/where needed and be helped with gratitude.

**Qualifications**:

- At least 5 years of financial, data analysis, and/or accounting experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, and/or related field.
- Basic working knowledge of accounting, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and tax.
- Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel - experience working with Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key functions.
- Effective communication (both oral and written), organization, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong work ethic and eagerness to produce high quality results.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines.

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Other Requirements:

- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

Base Compensation: $120,000/yr - $150,000/yr

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

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