Project Accounting Analyst

ABOUT YOU

Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive workplace, committed to leading new ideas and pathways and to delivering value? If the answer is "Yes" then we have an exciting career opportunity for you for a Project Accounting Analyst located in Calgary, AB

Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients' decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.

We have over 125 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and are approaching 3500 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

The Environmental Engineering and Consulting team delivers solutions for complex environmental challenges using our regulatory expertise and implementing practical and cost-effective compliance management processes and programs. We address our clients' biggest concerns around permitting, ecoservices, assessment, and remediation.

Our highly trained and experienced engineers and scientists, environmental and remediation specialists, geologists, hydrogeologists, biologists, and environmental compliance specialists work with both public- and private-sector clients, delivering turnkey solutions.

What We Can Offer You

As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:

• Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career
• Direct exposure to our industry's leading experts who are solving the world's toughest environmental challenges
• An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues
• Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups
• Competitive compensation package commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• RRSP with a competitive employer match
• Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance
• A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation
• Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans

A DAY IN THE LIFE

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive professional to join our Finance team. This role is critical in supporting accurate, timely billing and strong collaboration relationships while partnering closely with Project Managers (PMs) to ensure operational and financial alignment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of billing processes, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. As a key member of the MES Finance Center of Excellence, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Invoice Processing: Prepare and issue accurate, timely invoices based on project data, purchase orders, contracts, and service agreements, in alignment with company policies and customer requirements.
• Partner with PMs: Collaborate regularly with Project Managers to ensure billable work is captured accurately, WIP is maintained at appropriate levels, and billing milestones are met.
• Data Entry & Validation: Accurately input and verify billing data in the ERP/accounting system, including quantities, pricing, tax codes, and customer details.
• Discrepancy Resolution: Identify and investigate discrepancies between billing inputs and contract terms; coordinate with internal teams (PMs, Contracts, Finance) to resolve billing issues promptly.
• Ad Hoc Entries & Reconciliations: Prepare and post ad hoc journal entries, billing adjustments, and reconciliations to ensure accurate project and customer account balances.
• Customer Support: Respond professionally to internal stakeholders or customer inquiries related to invoices, providing clear, timely information to resolve questions and support strong client relationships.
• Accounts Receivable Collaboration: Monitor aging reports, follow up on outstanding balances, and partner with the AR team to support prompt collections and issue resolution.
• Reporting & Analysis: Generate and distribute regular and ad-hoc reports on invoicing activity, project billing status, and outstanding balances.

To succeed in this role, individuals must be able to effectively perform each essential duty and responsibility. The qualifications outlined below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for successful performance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration
• Experience in project-based billing, preferably in consulting, engineering, or environmental services
• Knowledge of standard accounting concepts, practices and procedures, and be able to apply these on a daily basis to ensure accurate and detailed reports for assigned responsibilities.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., Workday, Oracle, SAP) with a strong desire to learn the ins and outs of Workday and a willingness to explore its functionalities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Proven ability to communicate effectively across departments and with external clients
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact or - for assistance.

MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER

We are going to be blunt – the way we work may not suit everyone. We are a fast-paced, dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues and its service providers.

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Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.