Project Accountant

15 hours ago

edmonton, division no. 11, Canada Bird Construction Full-time
## Project AccountantApply: Edmonton, AB: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR-9599Project AccountantReporting to the Controller, the Project Accountant will be responsible for accounts payable and receivables and supporting the accounting team. This role is based full-time in the Edmonton South Office.# What You Will Be Working On###
* Completion for all aspects of client billings as applicable based on project type (pulling and reviewing all support files, confirming LEM’s are correctly billed, confirming non-reimbursable costs are correct, etc.)
* Post holdback invoices
* Prepare Statutory Declaration form
* Review equipment listing/rates from equipment yard
* Follow up on payment certifications and collections.
* Flagging collection risks
* Preparing Journal Entries as required
* Prepare Subcontract invoice correction
* Review of unapproved invoices to validate accrual amounts and provide commentary
* Work with Accounts Payable to obtain unentered invoices, review with project team and prepare JV
* Review cheque release & compliance requirements for all physical cheques
* Follow up on old cheques before stale date
* Subcontract review / vendor details / confirming values billings amounts on subcontract vs. change orders
* Compliance reports are reviewed and followed up with Project Administrators as required for outstanding documentation
* Review coding for project related costs initiated from shared services
* Compile Labour/Equipment pickup Reports for CM projects
* Prepare month-end WIP Reports
* Assist Project team with Revenue Forecast Reports
* Effectively communicate with Project Managers regarding contract documents, change orders and other contract modifications, approvals and any additional services related to billing and payables.
* Review and process expense claims.
* File and manage project records and accounting documents.
* Ensure that month end deadlines are met.
* Assist with the requirements of internal and external audit.
* Ensure compliance with CSOX and IFRS requirements.# What We Are Looking For* Undergraduate degree or diploma in accounting
* 3
- 5 years’ accounting experience
* Strong A/R and A/P background within construction or high-volume accounting environment
* Strong Excel skills
* Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities; capable of handling pressure and challenges
* Ability to work within tight deadlines and prioritization of work to achieve them
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Highly developed interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
* Demonstrates a sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals; ability to work in challenging, fast paced environment
* Superior written and verbal communication skills