At Outhire, we believe in revolutionizing the hiring process to make it more equitable and enjoyable for everyone involved. Our innovative approach puts candidates front and center, offering in-depth looks at open positions, personalized advice, and interview preparation. But we don't stop there - our Visual Resume feature ensures that hiring managers see the complete picture of who you are and what you bring to the table while eliminating biases you may face with traditional hiring practices. With Outhire, you can trust that we'll work tirelessly to match you with the role that truly fits your skills, experience, and aspirations. Join us in our mission to create a better hiring experience.TITLEAccounting Manager, ConstructionSALARY RANGE$100,000 - $125,000CASH BONUSDiscretionaryTHE PERKS4 weeks of vacationProfessional Development SupportLOCATIONSurrey, BCTHE OFFICEPermanently In-OfficeTEAM SIZE5-8 peopleTHE ROLEA management role overseeing the full accounting function for a regional construction office, reporting to both regional and corporate senior leadership, with responsibility for team leadership, financial reporting, purchasing oversight, and driving process and personnel improvements.Month-End Close & Financial Reporting (25%)Purchasing Oversight & Stakeholder Support (25%)THE TASKSManage and oversee daily operations of the accounting department including AP, collections, payroll, and progress billingMentor and develop team members, establishing individual development plans and promoting qualified growthDistribute monthly close schedules and deadlines to staff, holding them accountable for timely submissionsMonitor staff work for accuracy, ensuring transactions are recorded in the correct period and allocated to the proper jobsCross-train on all accounting functions to serve as backup when team members are absent or on leaveProvide daily support and guidance to resolve issues the team encounters, reducing reliance on head officeAddress performance gaps and enforce accountability through structured conversations,



including disciplinary action where necessaryLead change management initiatives to establish and reinforce proper procedures across the department and with operational staffMonth-End Close & Financial ReportingLead the monthly close process within the established 12-15 business day timeline without requesting extensionsReview and calculate cost to complete reports, performing variance analysis and preparing financial statement notesPrepare and review monthly financial reporting packages for head office consolidationPrepare 12-month revenue forecasts by project for senior managementCoordinate the annual year-end audit, respond to auditor inquiries including variance analysis, and ensure staff provide requested information on timePurchasing Oversight & Stakeholder SupportApprove invoices on a daily basis, verifying receipt of goods, dollar amounts, and correct job cost allocationMonitor purchasing activity to ensure materials received are recorded in the correct period to maintain cost to complete accuracyWork closely with the purchasing team to enforce proper procedures and improve tracking disciplineProvide timely and readable financial information and reports to VPs, project managers, and senior leadershipEscalate unresolved collections, billing, and compliance issues by engaging directly with operational staff in person when necessaryTHE COMPANYA well-established construction company with a strong presence in the commercial and industrial space, managing a diverse portfolio of active projects. The organization is supported by a national head office structure with dedicated finance and operations teams across its regional offices.THE OPPORTUNITYAn opportunity for an experienced construction accounting professional to step into a management role with direct visibility to senior leadership, where they can drive process improvements, develop a team, and shape the financial discipline of a regional office. Ideal for a confident,



hands-on leader who thrives on accountability and is ready to own the full accounting function within a larger national organization.THE EXPECTATIONS TIMELINEBy Month 1Complete onboarding on all company systems and processes, including the ERP and internal reporting workflowsBuild relationships with the accounting team, purchasing staff, and operational managersUnderstand the monthly close schedule, reporting requirements, and cost to complete process end to endReview existing workflows and begin identifying gaps in procedures and complianceBy Month 3Independently manage the monthly close within established deadlines without requesting extensionsDocument identified process gaps and present a remediation plan aligned with head office standardsDemonstrate positive team engagement and establish credibility with operational staff and project managersBegin enforcing purchasing procedures and deadline accountability across departmentsBy Month 6Fully own all financial operations including reporting, forecasting, and audit coordinationShow measurable improvement in cost to complete accuracy and submission timelinessCross-trained on all team functions and capable of stepping into any role as backupActively mentoring team members with development plans in placeBy Month 12Purchasing compliance and procedure adherence significantly improved across the branchTeam is meeting all close deadlines consistently without requiring head office intervention12-month revenue forecasts by project are reliable and delivered on scheduleStaff development progressing with increased capability and independence across the departmentTHE SKILL SETMinimum 5 years of construction industry accounting experience with demonstrated job costing expertiseProven experience managing and developing an accounting teamONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.Not the right role for you? Interested but want to learn more before applying? Maybe you want to refer a friend?Visit Outhire.Ca and Sign Up to get earlier notices on upcoming jobs, full compensation details including range and benefits, full expectations timeline, real-time status updates and more.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Accounting Manager - $100,000 - $125,000 A Year (Toronto)
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