project accountant
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June 14, 2024
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Kindred Construction
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*SUMMARY OF POSITION*
Our Finance Team thrives in a vibrant, busy, collaborative team environment in our Head Office. As part of our Finance Team, the Project Accountant will report to the Manager of Finance. The Project Accountant will be assigned a selection of construction projects to administer and will provide support to those Project teams, while working closely with all members of the Finance department.
*DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*
* Support a portfolio of projects and teams on project financials as assigned by the Finance Controller
* Meet specific timelines for issuing client progress billings monthly or as needed
* Review project budgets and fee structures to ensure accuracy of work in progress
* Manage vendor invoices for assigned projects
* Prepare pre-billing reports for Project Managers to review
* Examine accounting records and prepare financial statements and reports
* Plan, set up and administer accounting systems and prepare financial information for individuals, departments within organizations, businesses and other establishments
* Prepare detailed reports on audit findings and make recommendations to improve individual or establishment's accounting and management practices
* Work with trades and suppliers on project invoicing, holdback releases and associated documentation
* Process holdback reconciliations for release of trade holdback payments
* Ensure project close out procedures are completed timely; complete project filing as needed
* Process and prepare accounts payable payments for assigned jobs as needed/directed
* Provide excellent customer service while providing quality of work that consistently meets expectations
* Build and maintain strong relationships with Project Managers, Coordinators and other members of the finance and Kindred teams
* Ensure all assigned functions are carried out in compliance with approved policies, controls and standard practices
* Implement procedural or software changes identified and rolled out by Senior Leadership
* Other accounting duties as required
*KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES*
* General accounting knowledge obtained through experience and/or education
* Post-secondary degree or diploma in accounting, business or other related field, or;
* One-three years of applicable experience
* Excellent problem-solving skills
* Fluent in written and verbal English and an ability to communicate effectively.
* Possess and maintain intermediate to advanced computer skills with proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and current accounting software (Spectrum by Viewpoint an asset but not required).
* Ability to independently organize and prioritize workload to ensure timely completion of deliverables, and/or when to escalate concerns or issues
* Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment
* Willingness and initiative to learn from our Finance team to develop accounting skills such as the BC Lien Act and PST regulations relevant to the construction industry including attending internal or external courses as required
* Dedicated to quality and service and maintaining this mindset and attitude daily
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $68,000-$70,000 per year
Location: Kindred Construction HQ (1486 E Pender St #101, Vancouver, BC V5L 1V8)
Benefits:
* Company events
* Annual salary assessment
* Employee assistance program
* Extended health coverage
* Health and Wellness spending account
* Paid time off
* RRSP matching
_Kindred Construction is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We believe in the power of a shared table to bring people together in an environment of mutual respect ? it is at the core of our Team Built culture. Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and existing teammates without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental/invisible disability, marital status, and
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LocationVancouver, BC
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Salary$68,000 to $70,000YEAR annually
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Terms of employment
Full time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
indeed.com
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