Company Description Nelson Lumber Canada has been a trusted provider of quality building materials and service since 1949. The company is a leading supplier of commercial and residential building supplies for renovations and new home construction in Edmonton, Grande Prairie, and surrounding Alberta areas.

Nelson

Lumber offers climate-controlled manufacturing of custom pre-manufactured wall panels and systems, roof and floor trusses, stairs, and other prefab solutions designed to save time and reduce costs for builders. As a full-service builder and supplier, the company provides foundations, professional tools and hardware, insulation, energy-efficient doors and windows, drywall, luxury trim and moulding, shelving, railings, siding, shingles, and complete interior and exterior finishing products. Team members join an organization focused on reliable pricing, high-quality products, and strong support for home builders and construction professionals.

Role Description The Project Accountant is a full-time, in office role based in Lloydminster, AB. This role oversees project-related financial activities, including preparing and monitoring budgets, tracking job costs, and ensuring accurate allocation of expenses to specific projects.

The Project

Accountant reviews and processes invoices, supports billing and payment applications, reconciles project accounts, and assists with month-end and year-end reporting.



The role includes close collaboration with project managers, estimators, and operations teams to provide timely financial insights, identify variances, and support decision-making.

The Project

Accountant also helps maintain internal controls, complies with company policies and accounting standards, and contributes to process improvements in project accounting and reporting.

Qualifications

- Strong project accounting and general accounting skills, including job cost tracking, budget preparation, and financial reporting.
- Proficiency with accounting software, ERP systems, and Excel for data analysis, reconciliations, and reporting.
- Solid understanding of construction or manufacturing industry financial practices, with experience in project-based environments considered an asset.
- Attention to detail, accuracy in data entry and documentation, and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with project managers, operations teams, and external partners.
- Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional accounting coursework or designation (e.g., CPA in progress or completed) is an asset.
- Ability to work on-site in Lloydminster, AB, and maintain a high level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

📌 Project Accountant (Edmonton)
🏢 Nelson Lumber Canada
📍 Edmonton