Field Accounting Manager

Description

• Works closely with the project team members to provide general guidance and expertise on contract/subcontracts, including interpretation of contract/ subcontract documents.
• Prepares, reviews, and analyzes all month-end and year-end project reporting. Raises any issues, problems, or discrepancies with accounting manager and/or field business manager.
• Monitors and approves the daily/weekly/monthly/yearly accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and others as required, in accordance with legislative, contract terms, and PCL policy and procedures.
• Provides various ad hoc reports and analysis, then presents information to accounting manager, field business manager, and/or project team.
• Responsible for ensuring that all required documentation, including insurance, bonding, SDI, workers compensation, statutory declarations, and lien waivers is in place and renewed accordingly.
• Works with operations management and accounting manager to effectively analyze and manage project cash-flow and provides recommendations accordingly.
• Assists the accounting manager or field business manager with the implementation and monitoring for adherence to district/company administration and accounting policies and procedures to ensure continued effectiveness at the project level.
• Assists with assembling information for internal financial reporting requirements (e.g., MOR, DRM/year-end) and external financial reporting requirements (e.g., government agencies, taxes).
• Prepares bank deposits and/or monthly reconciliations and prepares subsequent cash receipt entries where required.
• Oversees and is accountable for the setup, maintenance, adjustments, and monitoring of all project accounting processes and procedures as required.

Requirements

• All responsibilities related to FAM 1 apply to projects of high complexity.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of full-cycle accounting, with the ability to teach and mentor more junior staff. Advanced understanding of accounting principles, including maintenance of ledgers and cash-flows, with ability to analyze and recommend potential strategies.
• 1 to 2 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of project costing principles, recoveries, insurance, and contract/subcontract requirements as related to accounting.
• Advanced knowledge of government legislation regarding accounting and applicable generally accepted accounting practices and standards.
• Advanced understanding of project forecasting and budgeting.
• Advanced construction knowledge; understands general construction terms and processes.
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in a related discipline.
• Intermediate knowledge of bid and contract securities and insurance as they relate to risk management, claims management, pricing, and accounting.
• 6 years of progressive experience with direct project administration and accounting in the construction or a related industry preferred. On-site project experience preferred.
• Understanding of Lean principles and process improvement.
• Understands and complies with all labor agreements, government legislation, and PCL policies and procedures.
• Advanced understanding of subcontract PO terms, including insurance and subcontractor default insurance (SDI) and bonding requirements.

Benefits

• Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
• Annual discretionary performance bonuses
• Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
• 401(k) with company match
• Life, AD&D and disability insurance
• Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits
• Paid parental leave and family care support
• HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation
• Access to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses
• Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
• Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
• Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance