Job Title:Project Accountant

Location:Burnaby, BC

Salary:$60K – $70K

Job Type:Full-Time, Onsite

Project Accountant

Overview

Our client, a well-established construction company based in Burnaby, is seeking a motivated Project Accountant to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent prospect for an accounting skilled looking to develop their career within a collaborative and supportive environment, with exposure to project accounting, financial analysis and business partnering.

Reporting to the Controller, you'll initially support day-to-day accounting activities before progressing into project accounting, budgeting and financial reporting responsibilities as you become established within the team.

What You'll Do
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable while ensuring accuracy and timely completion of daily accounting activities.
Support project accounting, including project cost tracking, reconciliations, budgeting and financial reporting.
Assist with month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations and financial statement preparation.
Work closely with operational teams to provide financial insights that help drive project performance and support business decision-making.




Identify opportunities to improve processes and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing finance team.

Qualifications
2+ years of accounting experience, ideally within construction, project-based or related industries.
Strong communication skills with the confidence to build relationships across finance and operations.
Self-motivated, adaptable and able to work independently with minimal supervision while following established processes.
Experience using Acumatica ERP is highly desirable.
CPA designation (or progress toward one), cross-border (Canada/U.S.) accounting experience or PCP certification are considered assets but are not required.

What's In It For You
Market-competitive salary of $60,000–$70,000, depending on experience, plus comprehensive perks.
Chance to develop into a Project Accountant with exposure to budgeting, FP&A; and project financial analysis.
Work directly with an experienced Controller in a role offering genuine career progression and increased responsibility.
Free on-site parking and convenient access to public transit.
Join a supportive, collaborative team where your ideas are valued and your work can make a meaningful impact on the business.
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