Project Controller

Our Substations group is currently looking to add a Project Controller to our growing team, based in Calgary, AB;
Markham, ON or Port Hawkesbury, NS.
Reporting to the Manager, Business Performance, we are seeking an experienced construction accounting professional to serve as a key financial partner to divisional and project leadership. This position is responsible for budget management, financial reporting, project controls, and supporting month-end processes across a portfolio of projects.
Please Note: This position can be based out of Calgary, AB;
Markham, ON or Port Hawkesbury, NS, and will require occasional travel to active project sites across Canada (up to 10%)
Duties and ResponsibilitiesProject Controls & Lifecycle Management
Review contract terms and understand obligations for financial reporting, billing, change management, and risks
Review estimates and budgets to ensure an appropriate work breakdown structure (WBS) setup
Provide financial oversight across a portfolio of projects, serving as the financial subject matter expert for Project Managers
Organize and facilitate mid-month PO reviews and month-end cost accrual meetings with Project Managers, buyers, and receivers to maintain accurate commitments and cost data
Review weekly job reports from JD Edwards, analyze job-level indirect costs, and lead job cost meetings to review costs and revise forecasts
Prepare margin analysis commentary and provide training to Project Managers on financial processes and tools
Maintain risk register, identifying and monitoring potential risks throughout project lifecycles
Maintain contract value files including approved and unapproved changes
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Prepare weekly/monthly internal and external productivity reports and monthly project review packages
Lead monthly reviews with business unit managers and report findings to the executive team
Prepare cash position reports, monitor costs in excess of billings, days sales outstanding, revenue not yet billed, payables, and holdback accounts
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal corporate and operational policies;
prepare financial records required for internal and external audits
Post-Secondary education in accounting, finance, or a related field
An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered
5 years of progressive accounting experience in the construction industry
Demonstrated expertise with job costing, WIP reporting, and project analytics
Proven ability to manage project forecasting, budgeting, and financial lifecycle reporting
Strong understanding of construction revenue recognition principles
Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel
Experience with JD Edwards, SAP, or a similar ERP SystemPreferred Skills / Qualifications
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Designation (or actively working towards designation)
Experience in a Project Controller or Senior Project Accounting role within a construction or infrastructure environment
We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including a 5% RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.
About our BusinessValard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of QuantaServices, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.
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* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.
* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.
* We do not use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.
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