Finance Manager
Job Title: Finance Manager
Location: Greater Vancouver Area, BC (office in Port Coquitlam)
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Commercial Construction, Tenant Improvements & Design-Build
Compensation: Competitive salary, based on experience
Start Date: ASAP
About Us
Dulex Construction is a specialized construction firm based in the Greater Vancouver Area. We work exclusively on tenant improvement projects across Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, managing interior build-outs for office, retail, medical, and industrial clients. Our reputation is built on clear scopes, coordinated trades, and predictable outcomes.
We are not a generalist contractor. Tenant improvements are the core business. That focus is what makes Dulex effective, and it defines the standard this role is expected to uphold.
The Opportunity
Dulex is growing with intention, and we plan to scale project revenue significantly over the next 12–24 months. Growth at that pace only works if the financial side of the business is tight.
As Finance Manager, you will own the company’s financial function, from day-to-day accounting through cash flow, reporting, and planning. You will work directly with the owner as a trusted partner on decisions that shape the business. You will also support the broader operations of a growing company wherever you are needed. This role suits someone who wants to build and run the finance function at a growing company, not just maintain the books.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Operations
- Own the full accounting cycle, including AP, AR, payroll, bank reconciliations, and month-end and year-end close
- Manage progress billing, change order billing, and collections across all active projects
- Track and manage holdbacks in line with BC Builders Lien Act requirements, both receivable from clients and payable to trades
- Process subcontractor and supplier payments accurately and on time, including WorkSafeBC clearance letters and lien waivers as required
- Manage GST/PST filings, payroll remittances, WorkSafeBC premiums, and CRA compliance
Job Costing & Reporting
- Maintain accurate job costing on every project, with costs coded against budget
- Produce monthly WIP schedules, project profitability reports, and company financial statements
- Work with PMs to track committed costs, forecast cost-to-complete, and flag margin fade early
- Build simple, reliable dashboards so the owner and PMs always know where each project and the company stand
Cash Flow, Planning & Strategy
- Own the cash flow forecast and manage working capital through project billing cycles
- Lead annual budgeting, overhead planning, and financial modelling for growth and hiring decisions
- Manage banking relationships, credit facilities, insurance, and bonding/surety relationships
- Act as the owner’s financial partner on pricing strategy, compensation and incentive design
- Coordinate with external accountants on year-end, tax planning, and any audits or reviews
Systems & Controls
- Implement and improve accounting systems, approval workflows, and internal controls that scale with the business
- Build the finance function’s processes and documentation so it can grow from one person into a team
Administration & Company Support
- Support general office administration, including vendor and supplier setup, contracts and insurance certificates, and company records
- Assist with HR administration as needed, such as onboarding paperwork, employee files, benefits, and payroll changes
- Take on other tasks as required to support a growing company. In a business our size, everyone pitches in where needed.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including construction or project-based accounting
- Hands-on experience with progress billing, holdbacks, job costing, and WIP reporting
- Strong working knowledge of Canadian tax, payroll, and remittance requirements
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting software (e.g.,
QuickBooks Online, Sage, or similar)
- Ability to operate at both levels: hands-on with transactions and strategic with the owner
- Excellent judgment, discretion, and integrity with confidential information
Assets (Preferred but Not Required)
- CPA designation, or progress toward one
- HR experience, such as onboarding, benefits administration, employment standards, or policy development
- Experience at a general contractor, particularly in commercial or tenant improvement work
- Experience with construction management or AP automation software
- Experience scaling the finance function of a growing small or mid-sized business
- Experience with bonding/surety and bank credit facilities
Ideal Candidate Attributes
- Ownership mentality: treats the company’s money as if it were their own
- A builder, not just a bookkeeper: sees broken processes and fixes them
- Clear communicator who can translate numbers into decisions for non-finance people
- Highly organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where priorities shift
- Willing to wear multiple hats and step in wherever the business needs support
- Eager to continue learning and to teach others
What We Offer
- Growth Potential. Join a company in expansion mode, with a explicit path to grow into a senior finance leadership role and build a team as we scale.
- Impact. You’ll have a seat at the table on the decisions that shape the business.
- Ownership. You’ll build the systems and processes yourself, with real autonomy in how the function is run.
- Long-Term Opportunity. We’re looking for someone who wants to invest in their career with us, not just take a job.
How to Apply
Please email your resume and a short cover letter to
[email protected]. Tell us about your experience with construction or project-based accounting, and any finance or admin functions you’ve built or improved. We’re reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
Pay: $80,000.00-$100,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
📌 Finance Manager (Port Coquitlam)
🏢 Dulex Construction
📍 Port Coquitlam