Junior Project Accountant

Trotter & Morton Group of Companies are a diverse group of building trades experts offering unique and integrated construction solutions for our divisions specializing in industrial construction, commercial construction, facility services and building maintenance.

Since 1927, our skilled workforce has brought their high-quality workmanship, experience, and passion to a diverse project portfolio that includes some of Alberta and British Columbia 's most iconic structures.

At Trotter & Morton, we know we're only as good as our employees. We are looking to hire hard-working and committed individuals who will contribute to our team of experienced personnel by bringing a willingness to learn and an entrepreneurial spirit to every project. The Junior Project Accountant provides financial and administrative support to project teams by maintaining accurate project accounting records, coordinating billing and invoicing, processing project-related transactions, and supporting accounts receivable activities. This role works closely with Project Managers and the Finance team to ensure projects are accurately set up, billed, and monitored in accordance with contractual requirements and company procedures.

What's  in it for You

• Competitive salary
• Minimum 3 weeks’ paid vacation
• Extensive benefit plan
• RRSP Matching 
• Professional development and training resources
• Health and Wellness program 
• Inclusive and engaging work environment
• Fun company events and barbeques

Roles and Responsibilities 

• Develop, implement and maintain QA Procedures, “best practices” and QC records and systems.
• Promote quality, ensure processes needed for the Quality Management System (QMS) are established, implemented and maintained.
• Promote awareness of customer requirements throughout the organization and ensure that the quality control on all projects is managed in a consistent manner.
• Liaise with the regulatory bodies and ensure compliance to provincial, national and international standards, legislation and quality standards.
• Responsible for leading and assisting the project team members to ensure compliance with the client, industry and internal quality requirements.
• Perform review of the Quality Management System at planned intervals to ensure its continuing suitability and effectiveness (opportunities for improvement).
• Work with Project Management Team/purchasing staff to establish quality requirements for all Subcontractors and Suppliers.
• Prepare and coordinate audits, both “spot” internal audits and regulatory “formal” external audits, monitoring activities and project reviews.
• Manage and ensure all NCR’s and PARs issued are addressed on time.
• Report to Senior Management on the performance of the QMS and any need for improvement.
• Maintain a complete file of records of QA/QC for all projects.
• Responsible to auditing the progress of the quality documentation as projects progress. This will involve site visits to all construction sites on an ongoing basis.
• Responsible for the final review of all quality documentation prior to release to the client and the managing of the individuals compiling information on the job sites. Local shop fabrication (when done by others) inspection of structural steel and coatings for both structural steel and piping.
• Develop, implement and maintain ITP’s (Inspection Test Packages) as they apply to client specifications and industry standards on projects. This will also require other aspects of quality such as; Civil, concrete and structural steel erection, Manufacturing / Fabrication and Electrical / Instrumentation.
• Responsible for the hiring or approval of new hires and mentoring of site quality personnel as well as ensuing that those individuals have the appropriate accreditation and that certificates are up to date.
• Performs other duties as required.

Required Skills

• Ability to learn new software with proficiency of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Microsoft Excel.
• Professional, approachable and customer-service oriented.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Good mathematical and analytical skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Solid understanding of all aspects of A/R processes and practices.

Required Experience

• Completion of Grade 12 Diploma or GED.
• Accounts Receivable or Project Accounting experience is an asset.

We offer an excellent, competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefit package.

We firmly believe our employees are our best assets and we are committed to providing ongoing training and support to allow them to reach their full potential. Trotter & Morton Group of Companies is an industry-leader in safety, and we strive for an incident-free workplace in all aspects of our operations. If you have a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence, apply today and build a rewarding career as a member of our high-performing team.

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Trotter & Morton Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring talented, qualified professionals without regard to race, age, gender, or any other protected ground and to providing an environment without discrimination.

Every effort is made to provide fair and equal employment and development opportunities and to ensure that our policies regarding hiring, compensation, promotions, and transfers are based solely on skills and capabilities, job requirements, job performance, and other job-related criteria. 

We thank all applicants in advance, however, we will only contact candidates selected for an interview.