Accountant -Construction

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Position Title: <\/b> Construction Accountant / Accounting & Human Resources Administrator
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Reports To: <\/b> General Manager / Controller
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Location: <\/b> Calgary, Alberta
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Employment Type: <\/b> Full -Time
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Position Summary <\/b>
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The Construction Accountant / Accounting & Human Resources Administrator is responsible for managing the day -to -day accounting, payroll, human resources, and administrative functions of a commercial general contracting company.
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This role supports project financial management, accounts payable and receivable, invoicing, payroll administration, tax filings, banking activities, and employee records while ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
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The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the financial health of the organization and supporting project teams with job cost tracking, owner invoicing, subcontractor payments, and project financial reporting.
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Key Responsibilities <\/b>
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Project Accounting & Construction Financial Management <\/b>
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• Process and track project -related financial transactions.
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• Enter and maintain project budgets, cost codes, commitments, purchase orders, and change orders.
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• Assist with project cost tracking and job cost reporting.
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• Support project managers with project financial reporting and forecasting.
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• Monitor project costs against budgets and identify variances.
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• Reconcile project expenditures and subcontractor invoices.
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• Assist with collections and follow -up on outstanding accounts receivable.
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• Support progress billing, holdback management, and project closeout accounting.
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  Accounts Receivable & Invoicing <\/b>
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  • Prepare and submit owner invoices, progress claims, and time and material billings.
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  • Process customer payments and maintain receivable records.
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  • Monitor receivable aging reports and assist with collection efforts.
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  • Ensure compliance with contractual invoicing requirements.
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  • Maintain project billing documentation and records.
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    Accounts Payable <\/b>
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    • Review, code, and enter vendor and subcontractor invoices.
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    • Process supplier and subcontractor payments.
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    • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
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    • Maintain accurate records of commitments and payment schedules.
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    • Support lien holdback and statutory holdback tracking.
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      Payroll Administration <\/b>
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      • Process weekly, bi -weekly, or semi -monthly payroll accurately and on schedule.
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      • Verify employee timesheets and payroll submissions.
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      • Maintain employee earnings, deductions, benefits, and vacation records.
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      • Ensure compliance with Alberta Employment Standards and payroll legislation.
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      • Prepare and distribute T4s, Records of Employment (ROEs), and payroll reports.
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      • Remit payroll source deductions and related statutory payments.
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        Human Resources Administration <\/b>
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        • Maintain employee files and confidential personnel records.
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        • Assist with onboarding and orientation of new employees.
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        • Coordinate employee benefit programs and enrollments.
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        • Track employee training, certifications, and compliance requirements.
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        • Assist with recruitment activities including posting positions and coordinating interviews.
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        • Support performance review administration and employee documentation.
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        • Maintain HR policies, procedures, and employment records.
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          Taxation & Government Reporting <\/b>
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          • Prepare and file GST returns.
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          • Prepare and submit required provincial and federal tax remittances.
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          • Maintain records supporting tax filings and audits.
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          • Assist external accountants with year -end financial statements and tax preparation.
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          • Support compliance with all government reporting requirements.
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            Banking & Financial Administration <\/b>
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            • Complete monthly bank reconciliations.
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            • Reconcile credit card accounts and expense reports.
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            • Monitor cash flow and assist with cash management activities.
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            • Process electronic funds transfers (EFTs), wire payments, and bank transactions.
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            • Assist with financing documentation and lender reporting requirements.
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            • Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
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              General Accounting Functions <\/b>
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              • Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts.
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              • Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
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              • Assist with month -end and year -end closing processes.
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              • Generate financial reports and supporting schedules.
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              • Maintain accounting records in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
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              • Support audits and financial reviews.
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              • Provide administrative support to management as required.
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                Requirements <\/h3>

                Qualifications <\/b>
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                Education <\/b>
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                • Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
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                • Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation is considered an asset.
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                • Accounting designation (CPA or CPA candidate) is considered an asset.
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                  Experience <\/b>
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                  • 3–7 years of accounting experience, preferably in commercial construction or project -based industries.
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                  • Experience with payroll processing and human resources administration.
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                  • Experience with project accounting and job costing.
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                  • Experience preparing GST returns and government remittances.
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                  • Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
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                    Technical Skills <\/b>
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                    • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
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                    • Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks Online, Sage, Viewpoint, or similar systems.
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                    • Experience with construction management software such as Procore is considered an asset.
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                    • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast -paced construction environment.
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                    • Strong organizational and record -keeping skills.
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                      Competencies <\/b>
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                      • High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
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                      • Strong analytical and problem -solving skills.
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                      • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
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                      • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
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                      • Strong time management and organizational skills.
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                      • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with project teams.
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                      • Commitment to continuous improvement and process efficiency.
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                        Benefits <\/h3>

                        What Our Client will Offer <\/b>
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                        • Competitive salary based on experience.
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                        • Group benefits program.
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                        • Company -supported professional development.
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                        • Collaborative and team -oriented work environment.
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                        • Opportunity to play a key role in the success of commercial construction projects and overall company operations.
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                          This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys a blend of construction project accounting, payroll, human resources, and general business administration <\/b> within a growing commercial construction company.
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