A dynamic real estate development and investment company is seeking a Project Accountant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working closely with project and construction teams while playing a key role in financial planning, reporting, and project performance. The role offers exposure to multiple developments and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

About The Role
Reporting to the finance leadership team, you will oversee the financial management of multiple development projects, ensuring accurate budgeting, reporting, and project accounting throughout the project lifecycle. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with both finance and operations teams.

What You'll Do

Maintain and update project budgets while monitoring actual and forecasted variances

Partner with project and construction teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning

Perform full-cycle project accounting, including month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting

Review project costs, work-in-progress, commitments, and vendor expenditures to ensure accuracy and budget compliance

Prepare construction financing draw packages and coordinate with lenders and external consultants throughout the funding process

Reconcile project funding, cash activity, and construction-related financial transactions





Support invoice processing, purchase order reviews, and vendor payment coordination

Provide financial analysis, project reports, and account reconciliations to internal stakeholders

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes and ensure accurate project reporting

What You'll Bring

Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field

5+ years of project accounting experience, ideally within construction, real estate, or a project-based environment

Strong understanding of project budgeting, cost tracking, financial reporting, and month-end close

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze and manage large datasets

Experience using ERP or project accounting software is considered an asset

Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments

Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven workplace

Why Join
Join a collaborative and forward-thinking organization where you'll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects, partner with experienced professionals, and contribute to the financial success of a growing project portfolio. The company values teamwork, continuous improvement, and professional development, offering long-term career growth within a dynamic and evolving business.

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📌 Project Accountant (Ontario)
🏢 Kassen Recruitment
📍 Ontario