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The Project Accountant reports directly to the Senior Project Accountant and will have an in-depth knowledge of project accounting best practices, billing and cost accounting and a basic understanding to the construction industry and what factors drive profitability.
THIS ROLE IS A 6 TO 7 MONTH CONTRACT POSITION BASED IN THE OPERATIONS OFFICE IN SASKATOON.
As a Project Accountant at Graham, you will:
Be the first point of contact and Finance Business Partner to Operations Management.
Support operations management in the preparation of budgets and forecasts and the monitoring of financial performance across the business.
Oversee the day-to-day accounting processes, reconciliation and month end procedures and provides guidance and direction as required.
Be accountable for the administration of sub trade contracts in adherence with company policy.
Review and direct the preparation of owner progress billings, ensuring timely and accurate billings.
Monitor weekly and daily AR reports and daily collections and engages operations for resolutions of disputes and timely collection of outstanding balances.
You will also have the following qualifications and experience:
Degree or Diploma in Commerce/Business/Accounting or a related field
3 - 5 years relevant accounting experience
Good understanding of Project Accounting principles and practices
Good technical accounting proficiency in client billing, cost accounting, subcontractor and change management
Experience in Construction, Engineering or Heavy Manufacturing Industries is considered an asset
Strong Excel skills working knowledge of pivot tables, Vlookup and other excel logic functions/formula
Working knowledge of ERP systems, SAP is preferred
Awareness of UAT testing for systems upgrades and enhancements
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Accountant Specific Skills
- Prepare financial statements and reports
- Analyze financial documents and reports
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
- Large workload
Security and Safety
- Basic security clearance
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- SAP (FI/CO / HR / MM / OT SD)