Administrator, Accounting

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You As An Administrator, Accounting Will

• Work with internal and external clients to assemble client billing packages, enter data into accounting system, monitor area revenues & receivables, and actively manage working capital through a focus on collections and deposits
• Collect, reconcile, seek approval, and process all project-related subcontractor payments, general expenditures, internal costing allocations, and all other financial transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Oversee vendor profiles including actively managing purchase order process from entry to closing. Prepare monthly purchase order spend analysis reports and ensure correct project allocation of spend.
• Assure timely and accurate processing of trade payables
• Successfully manage accounts payable functions including problem solving, vendor follow-ups and ensuring all documentation such as statutory declarations and WCB clearance certificates are present where appropriate
• Oversee vendor profiles including actively managing purchase order process from entry to closing. Prepare monthly purchase order spend analysis reports and ensure correct project allocation of spend.
• Assist internal costing department with coding invoices and expense reports
• Generate accounts receivable billings where necessary
• Process cost transfers between projects and between sub areas as necessary ensuring integrity of data
• Work with the leadership group in preparation of budgets and forecasts along with reporting on the financial performance of area projects highlighting areas of risk and opportunity along the way
• Verify, manage and prioritize workflow in a high-volume department to ensure deadlines are me

Is this the right role for you?

• Minimum two years' of accounting experience or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience
• You have a working knowledge of accounting databases
• You have the ability to identify problems and assist in producing logical solutions to help co-workers solve issues
• An understanding of construction accounting and AS400, with strong Excel and computer skills is desirable.
• Must possess excellent communication skills and enjoy building relationships with vendors and co-workers in a fast paced environment

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it
We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes
everyone
, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be
your
commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

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