Accounting Analyst

Aecon • Scarborough, ON

25d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities. Scarborough Transit Connect (STC) was selected by Metrolinx to deliver the Scarborough Subway Extension – Stations, Rails and Systems (SSE-SRS) package. The Scarborough Subway Extension will bring the TTC’s Line 2 subway service nearly eight kilometers farther into Scarborough. It will extend from Kennedy Station to Sheppard Avenue and McCowan Road, providing quick and seamless transit for those heading into and out of the downtown core and those travelling within Scarborough. The extension will replace Line 3 (the Scarborough RT), helping to reduce travel times and improve access to jobs, schools and other key destinations throughout the city. As part of the Scarborough Transit Connect project based in Scarborough, Aecon is looking for a qualified Accounting Analyst to join our team.

Requirements

• Support the preparation and maintenance of cost and financial reports, reconciliations, and supporting schedules required for project reporting and Client submissions.
• Perform cost reconciliations between cost control systems, SAP general ledger, budgets, forecasts, and prior-period reports to support Finance Manager review and ensure accurate and consistent financial reporting.
• Prepare and maintain unreconciled cost and billing status schedules, identifying variances, timing differences, and outstanding items for Finance Manager review and follow-up.
• Support cash flow reporting and forecasting by providing analysis of actual versus forecast, billing status, and payment timing.
• Assist with monthly project invoicing, including preparation of billing support schedules and reconciliation of billed versus unbilled costs.
• Support maintenance of the asset registry and fleet reporting, ensuring accurate tracking, classification, and reconciliation of asset-related costs.
• Validate financial data for correct period recognition, general ledger coding, and activity or network allocation in accordance with project and corporate requirements.
• Assist with month-end close activities related to project financial reporting, including preparation of reconciliations and supporting documentation.
• Support client, internal, and external audits by compiling reconciliation files, schedules, and audit-ready documentation under the direction of the Finance Manager.
• Identify recurring issues and support process improvement initiatives to enhance the accuracy, efficiency, and consistency of project financial reporting.
• Assist with preparation of periodic and ad-hoc financial reports as required to support project and management reporting needs.
• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and maintenance of cost and financial reports, reconciliations, and supporting schedules required for project reporting and Client submissions.
• Perform cost reconciliations between cost control systems, SAP general ledger, budgets, forecasts, and prior-period reports to support Finance Manager review and ensure accurate and consistent financial reporting.
• Prepare and maintain unreconciled cost and billing status schedules, identifying variances, timing differences, and outstanding items for Finance Manager review and follow-up.
• Support cash flow reporting and forecasting by providing analysis of actual versus forecast, billing status, and payment timing.
• Assist with monthly project invoicing, including preparation of billing support schedules and reconciliation of billed versus unbilled costs.
• Support maintenance of the asset registry and fleet reporting, ensuring accurate tracking, classification, and reconciliation of asset-related costs.
• Validate financial data for correct period recognition, general ledger coding, and activity or network allocation in accordance with project and corporate requirements.
• Assist with month-end close activities related to project financial reporting, including preparation of reconciliations and supporting documentation.
• Support client, internal, and external audits by compiling reconciliation files, schedules, and audit-ready documentation under the direction of the Finance Manager.
• Identify recurring issues and support process improvement initiatives to enhance the accuracy, efficiency, and consistency of project financial reporting.
• Assist with preparation of periodic and ad-hoc financial reports as required to support project and management reporting needs.
• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

Benefits

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees