Project Accountant

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

 

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

 

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

 

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

 

 

The Finance Team is looking for a Project Accountant to join their growing team. The hire would work closely with the Finance Manager over the Aecon business, along with operations, and several shared service organizations within Aecon. Great opportunity to gain experience doing a wide variety of tasks in a challenging but rewarding atmosphere. Primary duties would be in the project space monitoring financials, contract obligations, and performance. Duties will also include developing standard reporting, and assisting in the month end close out process as well as helping with quarterly/yearly forecasting. The hire will gain great exposure working for an international publicly traded company! Construction/Nuclear experience is a plus, but there are plenty of experienced folks to assist in your indoctrination into the industry!

 

What You'll Do Here 

• Full-cycle project accounting including preparation of billings and/or entry into client systems, monitoring AR collections and reconciling WIP/unbilled balances
• Work closely with Project Manager in preparing monthly progress invoices and analyzing job costs/performance
• Work with Project or Operations Management team to identify and forecast financial exposures;  
• Work with project staff along with accounts receivable, accounts payable, purchasing, estimating and Business Unit finance department to prepare financial reports; 
• Maintain change order logs and ensure adherence to Aecon’s revenue recognition policies