VPAC Construction Job Board
Project Accountant
Description
VPAC Construction is hiring a Project Accountant to support the Finance and Accounting team at our head office in downtown Vancouver, BC. We are looking for an individual who possesses some knowledge and experience in a construction or high-volume accounting dept.
About the Job:
- Process project accounts receivable and overall project costings, including:
- Reviewing commitments against budget prior to sending to trades;
- Assist review of trade invoicing for proper cost coding
- Prepare billings and backup documentation;
- Update project costs to the project management software after approval; and
- Assist the project team in coordinating revisions and communications with trades
- Update invoice and payments status in the project management software
- Review change orders for accuracy and update financial system accordingly
- Effectively communicate with Project Managers regarding contract documents, change orders and other contract modifications, approvals and any additional services related to billing and payables.
- Ensure that month end deadlines and reporting requirements are met.
- Identify and resolve inconsistencies and issues with Project Managers.
- Follow up on payment certifications.
- File and manage project records.
- Provide assistance with the preparation of quarterly financial forecasts and annual budget if required.
- Assist/support the accounting team as needed, along with ad-hoc requests and projects as assigned.
About You:
- 1-3 years experience as a Project Accountant in the construction industry
- Accounting Diploma a strong asset
- Sage 100 experience a strong asset
- Proven track record of maintaining a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering data
- Ability to work independently in high volume environment to meet tight deadlines
- Strong computer skills – Excel, Word, Outlook
- Highly organized and proven ability to multi-task in a deadline driven environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Adoption of new technology an asset
About VPAC:
- Competitive wages
- 100% Employer paid Extended Health Benefits
- Health Care Spending Account
- On the job training
- Career Development opportunities
- Friendly positive work environment
For the past two decades, VPAC has built a reputation for excellence in pre-construction, construction management, and general contracting services for commercial, multi-family, and seniors’ housing projects.
Along with this position’s career advancement, this is also an opportunity to join a team that celebrates leadership at every level. Our culture focuses on supporting each other to take on responsibility and grow both personally and professionally and giving everyone the supportive autonomy to excel in the position.
Focused on providing more than an environment to excel professionally, our collaborative and support-based workplace culture is also structured to foster long-term relationships and mentorships that form the foundations of successful careers.
If you think you are a good fit for this position, please submit your resume (word document or PDF) along with a cover letter explaining why you’re the right person for the job.
Compensation
$65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year