As a Senior Project Accountant, you will play a crucial role in guiding and delivering the financial aspects of projects leveraging broad knowledge and experience in role. In this position you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data within the company's systems with the ability to solve more complex issues. Key responsibilities include delivering accounts receivable, subcontract management, payroll, equipment time entry, accounts payable, and month-end activities. Collaborating closely with management, project teams, and clients to deliver timely and comprehensive financial reporting, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards.

This is a site-based position. Join our Financial Operations team in Surrey, BC!

Essential Responsibilities:

Independently completes month-end activities including costing, reporting, analysis, and presentationsManages accounts receivable, billing uploads, reconciliations, and supports payment collectionsSupports subcontract payments, contract reviews, WCB/insurance compliance, and holdback reconciliationsCollaborates on time entry accuracy with field teams and payroll; sets up payroll per collective agreementsAssists project teams with financial forecasting, cost reporting, budgets, and variance/change order analysisEnsures adherence to financial governance, advises on commercial terms, and supports audits and documentationLeads and mentors junior project accountants; supports onboarding, training, and resource allocationActs as a subject-matter expert for financial systems; resolves system issues, implements updates, and communicates changesDrives process improvements, contributes to system and process advisory committees, and applies advanced Excel skills

Qualifications:

Minimum 4 years of experience in a similar role with a degree or diploma in Business or related fieldSolid understanding of project accounting principles and ERP/PMIS systems; JD Edwards experience is an assetKnowledge of construction industry contracts, legal/commercial terms, and payroll legislation including union agreementsFamiliarity with equipment utilization, rate build-ups, profitability analysis, and sales taxExperience with accounts payable processes and tax complianceStrong skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and OutlookExcellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with attention to detailAbility to multitask, prioritize, and work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environmentFlexibility for travel or site transfers and a valid driver’s license are considered assets

Working Environment:

Project based position in Surrey

Compensation

$76,400 - $105,000 annually

This is the expected base pay range for this role. Individual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors including experience, knowledge, skills, education and location.

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.

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.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.  

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.