08 Sep
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Force Inspection Services
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British Columbia
08 Sep
Force Inspection Services
British Columbia
Base Pay $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 / Year
Employee Type Full-Time
Required Degree 2 Year Degree
Contact information Description Intermediate or Project Accountant Requirements Key Responsibilities Work closely with Team Leads and Regional Managers throughout the project billing process
Understand contract documents and their implications on revenue recognition
Respond to client inquiries regarding contracts and invoicing
Track project-related expenses
Partner with Team Leads to ensure recoverable expenses are appropriately allocated to projects and billed to clients
Invoicing Follow up weekly on outstanding employee timesheets across the organization
Prepare draft invoices and review them with Team Leads and Regional Managers
Finalize invoices, including client-specific progress claim requirements (e.g., EllisDon, Bosa)
Upload invoices to client supplier portals and maintain accounting login records
Gather applicable supporting documentation for approval by the Manager of Finance
Ensure 100% of draft invoices are distributed to Team Leads and Project Coordinators within the first business day of the month
Ensure 75% of invoices are issued within eight working days of the beginning of the month
Update financial management reports as required
Address client-specific invoicing requests on an ongoing basis
Maintain Ajera project accounting records and accounts receivable information
Utilize QuickBooks for general ledger and accounts payable activities
Review accounting systems and recommend process improvements
Act as a QuickBooks subject matter expert and provide recommendations for enhancing system effectiveness
Conduct monthly and quarterly account reconciliations within Ajera and QuickBooks
Accounts Payable Assist with recording supplier invoices, expense reports, and accrued expenses
Manage aged accounts payable and electronic payment processing
Support process improvements within the accounts payable function
Verify transaction allocations to maintain accounting integrity
Reconcile corporate credit card transactions
Accounts Receivable Process accounts receivable cash receipts including EFTs, e-transfers, and cheques within Ajera
Reconcile cash receipts against bank transactions on a daily basis
Ensure collections occur within contractual payment terms
Follow up on delinquent accounts and outstanding receivables monthly
General Accounting Participate in annual audit and fiscal year-end preparation activities
Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations, including fixed assets
Maintain and reconcile subsidiary ledgers and resolve discrepancies as required
Serve as the primary backup to the Manager of Finance
Maintain up-to-date documentation, procedures, and job aids for key accounting processes
Communication and Workflow Management Collaborate effectively with Team Leads, Regional Managers, and support staff
Build positive working relationships with clients, suppliers, and external stakeholders
Professional Development Participate in ongoing professional development, training, and coaching initiatives
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts within the Finance team and the broader organization
Education, Skills, and Qualifications Education Diploma, certificate, or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
Experience Intermediate Accountant 2 to 5 years of accounting or project accounting experience
Experience managing project billing and invoicing processes
Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliation practices
Experience supporting audits, month-end, and year-end accounting activities
Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with the Manager of Finance and internal stakeholders
Asset Qualifications Experience with Ajera, Unanet, Deltek, or similar project accounting software
Experience working within professional services, consulting, engineering, architecture, or construction-related organizations
Knowledge of revenue recognition principles and project-based accounting
Technical Skills Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365, particularly Excel
Experience with QuickBooks and project accounting systems
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Professional Skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and time-management abilities
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
High standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity
Commitment to continuous learning and process improvement
Summary J oin a Team of Creative Problem Solvers!
Founded in 1988, LMDG is an industry-leading, 100% employee-owned fire protection and life safety consultancy with more than 30 years of experience delivering innovative, performance-driven solutions across Canada. With offices in Vancouver, Calgary, and Toronto, we are recognized as leaders in solving complex fire and life safety challenges for ambitious, world-class projects.
Employee ownership is central to who we are. It fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration, and long-term thinking, where our people are personally invested in the success of our clients, projects, and firm. This ownership mindset supports career development, shared success, and a genuine commitment to excellence. Our portfolio includes award-winning and nationally significant projects such as TELUS Sky, Platform Innovation Centre & Parkade, Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre, and MacEwan University.
At LMDG, we believe our support professionals are critical partners in our success. They help create the financial stability, operational excellence, and accountability that allow our technical teams to deliver exceptional service to clients. Through accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement, our finance team contributes directly to the success of our projects, people, and organization.
As an Intermediate or Project Accountant, you will provide key financial and administrative support to the Manager of Finance and Executive Team while ensuring the integrity of financial records, project accounting, billing, and reporting processes. This role combines project accounting, accounts payable and receivable, reporting, and process improvement responsibilities in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Based in our Vancouver office, this hybrid role offers a balance of in-office collaboration and flexible work arrangements while supporting teams and projects across Canada.
Flexible work hours that support work life balance
Hybrid work environment based out of our Vancouver office
Three weeks of vacation to start
Extended health benefits with flexible coverage options
Health & Wellness Spending Account
Optional participation in an RRSP matching program
Ongoing professional development and growth within an employee-owned firm
If you are a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a team-oriented environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, timely, and meaningful financial support, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Intermediate or Project Accountant (British Columbia)
🏢 Force Inspection Services
📍 British Columbia