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Job Description
We’re looking for an Accountant to join a growing construction company that is going through an exciting period of expansion. As the business continues to grow, they are looking to bring their accounting function in house and hire someone who wants to grow alongside the organization.
This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys more than simply processing transactions. You’ll have the opportunity to identify gaps, improve processes, strengthen financial controls, and bring greater structure and visibility to the accounting function. Your ideas and attention to detail will have a direct impact on the business.
The company offers a flexible work environment and is looking for someone who can take ownership of their work, think critically, and proactively identify potential issues before they become bigger problems.
The Accountant will be responsible for supporting the day to day accounting function, managing vendor and subcontractor invoices, maintaining accurate financial records, and providing meaningful financial information to support the company’s continued growth.
Accountant responsibilities:
- Manage accounts payable, including vendor and subcontractor invoices
- Complete account reconciliations and maintain accurate accounting records
- Oversee accounting entries and assist with the preparation of financial statements
- Monitor project costing, budgets, purchase orders, and project spending limits
- Investigate discrepancies and identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and controls
- Work closely with operational teams to ensure project financial information is accurate and up to date
- Identify potential financial concerns and proactively communicate recommendations to leadership
- 3+ years of progressive accounting experienced
- Advanced QuickBooks experience is essential
- Experience working within a growing organization and improving accounting processes
- A proactive and collaborative approach with the confidence to raise concerns and recommend solutions
- The salary range is $80,000 – $100,000 per year depending on experience
- Candidates with additional experience and higher compensation expectations may also be considered
- Flexible work environment
- Opportunity to take ownership of the accounting function
- Significant opportunity for professional and career growth
- Opportunity to help build and improve accounting processes as the company continues to expand
- Supportive leadership environment with access to experienced financial resources
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada. Only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.
Meet Your Recruiter
Linh Lieu
RPR, Senior Recruitment Consultant
Accounting & Finance
Drawing on an extensive background in recruitment, accounting and operations in both industrial and professional environments, Linh is perceptively in tune with her clients’ needs. She has an intuitive understanding of the personalities best suited for different businesses and adapts her recruiting searches accordingly. Because she has operated her own company before, she is aware of the challenges her clients face, including the technical ones. Earlier in her career, Linh acted in both managerial and operational roles, improving processes, developing procedures, and implementing organizational changes. Her practical experience means she knows first-hand the candidate profile her clients need in order to achieve their objectives.
Linh is enthusiastic about assisting candidates to cultivate and advance their careers. She takes the time to listen to what they want, and then directs them to settings where they will thrive. She truly cares and it shows; candidates recognize that she is passionate about helping them accomplish their goals. She enjoys studying aspects of human behaviour, an endeavour which enhances her ability to empathize with both clients and candidates.
Linh is married and has three beautiful children. She enjoys fishing and camping with her family.