Senior Project Accountant / Project Controller

Location

Niagara Falls, ON | Canada

Job description

Position:  Senior Project Accountant / Project Controller

Location: St. Catharines 

Salary:  $90-120,000 + discretionary bonus + RSP + Benefits + CPA support 

Progression: can move toward a corporate controller role in the future as the company grows. 

Hybrid work option: can work 1 day a week from home 

Your new company

Our client is a Canadian project based manufacturing and construction company in a period of rapid growth with its head office located in Hamilton. 

Your new role

They are seeking a Senior Project Accountant / Project Controller for a newly created role resulting from the growth of the business. Reporting to the VP Finance & CFO, the Project Controller will provide financial support to the Project and Finance teams to ensure the company understands the performance of a project at all times with a strong focus on project budgeting, project accounting and cost control. This is a great opportunity for a capable individual to support the execution of a large project and grow with the company. 

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide support and guidance to Project team members on cost control and other project items, including highlighting any financial risks, opportunities or issues. 
• Responsible for the control of all project revenue and costs, ensuring project performance is understood at all times, including weekly project “flash” meetings with Senior Management and monthly meetings with the client to discuss invoicing.
• Liaise with Project Managers, the Commercial team and team members to complete a monthly Project Cost Report/Financial review including detailed variance analysis compared to budget and leading the production of the project cost report and forecast.
• Liaise with Project Managers and the Procurement team to ensure vendors and subcontractors are managed (e.g. quality, scope, timeliness, cost and payments).
• Liaise with Finance to ensure key project items are reflected properly in the monthly financial statements and invoices are issued on a timely basis.
• Prepare and submit to Finance a monthly cash flow forecast ensuring clear visibility on project commitments.

What you'll need to succeed

The successful candidate will ideally be working towards the completion of or hold a completed  CPA designation, or MBA with 3-5+ years related project accounting related experience. You will have worked in a construction, engineering or project-based manufacturing environment in a role specifically supporting the successful completion of large scale projects. You will have utilized an ERP system, preferrable an MS Dynamics system, combined with strong Excel skills. You will have the a bility to work independently and as part of a team . You will be d etail-oriented with an ability to communicate and identify problems. You will be oganized with good time management skills (ability to work under pressure). The ability to build strong relationships and communicate effectively are also key to your success in this role. 

What you'll get in return

The opportunity to work for a growing organization, in a newly created role supporting their new major projects with high visibility and room to progress to a more senior role in the future. The position offers a hybrid work environment(2 days a week from home p/week). The position offers a salary of $90-120,000 + discretionary bonus + RSP + Benefits + CPA support. 

What you need to do now

If you meet all the requirements for this role please apply quoting reference number 1105184. Thank you in advance for your interest.

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