Job Title: Senior Construction Accountant – Accounts Payable & Receivable
Job ID: 90528
Location: West Edmonton, Alberta

Overview:
Operating across Canada for over 30 years, our client is a trusted design-builder specializing in food-processing facilities, cold storage, distribution centres, CNG/LNG conversions and institutional projects. As the company continues to grow, they are seeking an experienced, trustworthy and hands‑on Construction Accountant to join their West Edmonton office. Reporting to the Controller, the Construction Accountant will take primary responsibility for accounts payable and accounts receivable functions while providing broader accounting and financial support. This is a hands‑on role with access to sensitive financial information and company banking platforms. The successful candidate must demonstrate exceptional integrity, discretion, accuracy and accountability. This is a fully in‑office position based in West Edmonton. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for this role.

What you will be doing:
Accounts Payable

Manage the complete accounts payable cycle, including reviewing, coding and processing vendor and subcontractor invoices

Confirm that invoices have appropriate supporting documentation and approvals

Allocate costs accurately to the appropriate projects, cost codes and general ledger accounts

Prepare payment runs, EFTs and other approved banking transactions

Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies

Maintain accurate vendor records and support vendor onboarding

Respond to vendor and internal payment inquiries

Monitor subcontractor documentation, holdbacks and payment requirements

Complete and ensure accuracy of credit applications

Accounts Receivable

Oversee the preparation and issuing of accurate client and project invoices





Support progress billing and other construction‑specific billing requirements

Track receivables and maintain current aging reports

Apply incoming payments and reconcile customer accounts

Follow up professionally on outstanding accounts

Investigate billing discrepancies and coordinate with project teams to resolve them

Maintain organized billing records and supporting documentation

Accounting and Banking

Perform bank, credit‑card and balance‑sheet account reconciliations

Assist with cash‑flow monitoring and authorized banking transactions

Maintain strict security and confidentiality when accessing company banking systems

Prepare journal entries, reconciliations and supporting schedulesSupport month‑end and year‑end closing activities

Assist with financial reporting, budgeting, audits and tax‑related information requests

Review financial information for accuracy, completeness and compliance with established accounting practices

Maintain and strengthen internal controls, approval processes and financial procedures

Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, documentation and reporting

Provide accounting guidance and support to project managers and other internal departments

Assist the Controller with additional accounting projects and responsibilities as required

What you must have:

Current Canadian CPA designation in good standing

Relevant accounting and finance experience, including hands‑on experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable





At least five years of progressive accounting experience

Previous accounting experience in construction, engineering, project‑based services or a related industry

Demonstrated hands‑on experience managing both accounts payable and accounts receivable

Strong knowledge of accounting principles, general ledger accounting, reconciliations and financial controls

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience using accounting software

Exceptional integrity and sound judgment when handling banking access, payments and confidential financial information

Solid analytical, organizational and problem‑solving skills

High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to work independently, take ownership of responsibilities and manage competing deadlines

Professional communication skills when dealing with vendors, clients, financial institutions and internal teams

Reliable attendance and the ability to work from the West Edmonton office each business day

Nice to have:

Experience with project costing, progress billing, holdbacks and subcontractor payments

Experience using Spectrum Construction Software

Experience supporting multiple legal entities, business units or operating locations

Familiarity with construction contracts and related financial documentation

Other Information:
What’s Offered

Competitive salary based on experience

Extended health and dental benefits

Life insurance and vision care

Optional Group RRSP with employer matching

A stable and growing Canadian construction company

A trusted role with meaningful ownership of key accounting functions

The opportunity to strengthen financial processes and contribute to the company’s continued growth

Salary/Rate Range:
$60,000 – $95,000.00

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