An established real estate organization is seeking a Construction Accountant to join its finance team. This is an opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to work closely with project and operational leaders, providing financial insight throughout the project lifecycle and helping ensure projects remain financially healthy and well controlled.

About the Role
This position plays a key role in managing the financial side of assigned projects, from budgeting and billing through forecasting and final closeout. Working closely with project managers and senior leadership, the Construction Accountant will provide accurate reporting, identify financial risks and opportunities, and help drive informed decisions throughout each project.

What You'll Do

Manage project accounting activities, including billing, reconciliations, accruals, revenue recognition, and month-end close

Maintain project budgets, purchase orders, contracts, change orders, and related financial documentation

Review invoices, expenses, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and alignment with project requirements

Work with vendors and subcontractors regarding billing, payments, documentation, and compliance requirements

Partner with project managers to monitor costs, forecasts, commitments, and expected project outcomes

Investigate variances between actual and budgeted costs and recommend appropriate corrective action

Prepare monthly project billings and coordinate the distribution of required payment documentation

Manage accounts receivable activities and support timely collection of outstanding balances

Prepare project financial reports, profitability analysis, cash flow information, and ad-hoc reporting for leadership

Participate in regular project reviews and challenge assumptions around costs, revenue, profitability, and forecasts

Identify financial risks and opportunities and work with project teams to develop mitigation strategies





Ensure project records and financial documentation remain complete, accurate, and organized through project closeout

Support contract administration and help ensure financial activities comply with relevant agreements and organizational policies

Assist with year-end audits, quarterly reporting, working papers, and other financial requirements

Collaborate with legal, compliance, and operational teams when contractual or financial issues arise

Contribute to process improvements that increase financial accuracy, efficiency, and visibility

What You Bring

Degree or diploma in accounting, finance, or a related discipline

CPA designation or progress toward the designation is an asset

5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a project-based workplace

Experience in construction, engineering, consulting, infrastructure, or a similar industry is preferred

Strong understanding of project accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

Ability to analyze financial information and translate findings into practical recommendations

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other standard business applications

Exceptional attention to detail and a highly organized approach to financial administration

Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills

Ability to build effective working relationships with project managers, operational teams, vendors, and senior leadership

Comfortable working closely with on-site or field-based operations teams and travelling to assigned projects when required

Why Join
This is an opportunity to take ownership of the financial performance of meaningful projects while working alongside experienced operational and leadership teams. The role provides broad exposure across accounting, commercial management, forecasting, risk, and project operations, making it a strong fit for someone looking to deepen their expertise and expand their impact beyond traditional accounting responsibilities.

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📌 Construction Accountant (Ontario)
🏢 Kassen Recruitment
📍 Ontario