Accountant

CLV Group•Ottawa, ON

9d•CA$65,000 - CA$75,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are thrilled to introduce an opportunity for an Intermediate Accountant to become a key member of our high-performing accounting team. This role is perfect for a professional who enjoys the energy of a fast-paced environment and is ready to take ownership of financial responsibilities within complex construction project portfolios. In this position, you’ll be immersed in the financial workings of significant construction projects—tracking and reporting on project budgets, supporting monthly close cycles, and delivering accurate financial data to inform strategic business decisions. In addition to the duties typically expected of a finance and accounting specialist at an intermediate level, you will be responsible for evaluating and supporting the financial aspects of our construction projects. You will be expected to bring strong financial acumen and analytical skills, along with a solid understanding of accounting to this role. You will also be responsible for:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in Project Accounting and Procurement, Real Estate or Property management.
Proficiency in accounting software, such as QuickBooks and Sage, Advance level in Microsoft Excel.
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative team mindset.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with real estate accounting practices and processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review Construction monthly draws for multiple Projects, ensuring that all costs are correctly allocated and documented for project funding.
Create monthly Budget reports for all active Construction Projects.
Process invoices in match POs, Subcontracts and Subcontract’s change orders (SCO), follow up with Vendors to reconcile any discrepancies.
Gather supporting documents, such as invoices, subcontractor payments, and progress reports, to substantiate draw requests.
Verify compliance with contract terms, budget allocations, and funding requirements.
Coordinate with the accounting team to submit draws on time and address any discrepancies identified in the review process.
Work closely with Project Management teams to address Budget discrepancies vs Committed Cost and Cost to Date and to ensure accuracy of all aspects of project reporting requirements.
Process and enter invoices into the accounting system, ensuring accuracy in coding and proper allocation to cost centers or projects.
Monitor outstanding payables and follow up with vendors regarding discrepancies, missing invoices, or payment issues.
Reconcile Vendors’ statements.
Assist with accounts receivable by preparing and issuing invoices, tracking payments, and following up with clients on overdue accounts.
Support the reconciliation of vendor statements and respond to inquiries regarding payments or billing issues.
Maintain detailed and organized records of financial transactions, ensuring data integrity and completeness.
Verify and correct any inconsistencies or errors in entered data.
Assist with payment process of AP invoices.
Perform Projects and Budgets related reconciliations.
Verify Supplies and Subcontractors statements, identify discrepancies and follow up with Vendors to resolve them.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for reconciliation activities to support financial reporting.
Prepare Journal Entries in regard to projects (Accruals end etc.)
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial records by communicating with vendors, employees, or relevant departments on timely manner.
Assist in gathering, organizing, and verifying financial documents required for internal and external audits.
Maintain well-organized documentation for transactions, reconciliations, and journal entries to facilitate smooth audit processes.
Support the Senior Accountant or Controller by preparing schedules, reviewing ledgers, and responding to audit inquiries.
Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and industry regulations.
Collect and analyze financial data to support decision-making and reporting needs.
Assist with the preparation of financial statements, budget reports, and variance analyses.
Support broader team objectives, including special projects, system improvements, and process streamlining.
Provide general administrative and clerical support to the accounting department as needed.