As a Senior Project Accountant, reporting to the Project Controller, you'll play a key role in the financial success of major projects by ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timely reporting of project financial information. Working closely with project and operational leadership, you'll provide valuable financial insights that support decision-making and drive business performance.
In this role, you'll take ownership of a broad range of project accounting responsibilities, including accounts receivable, subcontract administration, payroll, equipment time entry, accounts payable, month-end activities, financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis. You'll collaborate with project teams to ensure data is accurate, complete, and actionable, while helping identify trends, risks, and opportunities that contribute to project success.
We're looking for a proactive and driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong relationships, and is committed to continuous improvement. You have a forward-thinking mindset, take pride in delivering high-quality work, and are motivated to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the business.
Join Ledcor's Financial Operations team in Edmonton or Fort McMurray, AB by applying today!
Essential responsibilities:
Analyze project costs and provide insights to support strategic decision-making
Implement and maintain cost control systems to ensure projects stay within budget
Comprehend and communicate key commercial terms of project contracts to all relevant parties
Effectively report project financials and interpretations to leadership for decision-making
Contribute to the development and implementation of collective agreements affecting project costs
Collect and submit necessary documentation (e.g., statutory declarations, WCB clearance letters) for invoicing
Prepare and submit Letters of Engagement/Monthly Invoices (LEMs) to clients in accordance with the terms
Gather third-party invoices to support accurate and timely client billing
Prepare and submit monthly equipment rental billings, progress invoices, and manage holdback releases
Process and reconcile electronic billing submissions, ensuring alignment with client billing systems
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role
Must have a post-secondary business degree
Must have Experience within Oil & Gas, Energy & Petrochemical or a related industry is preferred
Must have knowledge of JD Edwards or similar large ERP is preferred
Working knowledge of construction methods
Financial acumen regarding equipment utilization, rates, equipment capital decisions, and profitability analysis
Working knowledge of construction accounting principles
Working knowledge of construction software systems
Strong analytical skills and problem solving
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Work Conditions:
This is primarily a site based position in Edmonton or Fort McMurray, with an inclusion of a hybrid opportunity provided depending on business needs
Additional Information
The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes.
Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.
Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.
Employment Equity
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