Manager, Project Finance

Aecon • Toronto, ON

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About The Position

Aecon Civil is a recognized leader in the market, backed by strong self‑perform capabilities and deep local expertise. We play a key role in building and enhancing infrastructure across Canada, the U.S., and an expanding international footprint improving everyday life through the roads, bridges, tunnels, and transit systems that connect communities. With more than a century of experience and a full suite of integrated services, Aecon is a trusted partner for delivering complex civil projects, including tunnels, transit expansions, airports, ports, highways, and large‑scale site development.

Reporting to the Senior Finance Director, the Project Finance Manager will be responsible for financial administration including reporting, budgeting, forecasting and day-to-day transactions to ensure financial objectives are met and accounting procedures are carried out on an assigned Major Project.

Requirements

• 5 years of professional finance experience, preferably in the Construction industry.
• Degree in Accounting or Business Management required.
• Canadian accounting designation – CPA required.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and percentage of completion accounting.
• Demonstrated ability to perform in a leadership capacity.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute multiple tasks under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral).
• Strong knowledge of financial management is required.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment within a small team.
• Security Clearance and Background Checks Required.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of finance activities within a business unit or functional area, this could include financial reporting, budgeting, taxation.
• Coordinate the close off process and prepare monthly consolidated financial statements and related schedules & notes.
• Consolidation of joint arrangements for financial statement preparation.
• Work effectively with, influence and support projects teams, joint arrangements & JV Partners.
• Implement & manage internal control procedures.
• Coordinate & manage internal and external audits.
• Develop annual budgets and quarterly forecasts in concert with the respective business partners.
• Investigate / analyze departmental variances from budgets/forecast on a monthly/quarterly basis – working closely with business partners.
• Involved in supporting accounting research to provide recommendations, ensuring the Company complies with all areas of IFRS and in accordance with established Aecon policies and procedures.
• Enhance the applicable finance processes and support process improvement initiatives to achieve financial goals and improve efficiency and profitability.
• Mentor and develop finance team.
• Build a strong network across various teams to handle a wide range of analytical and operational issues.
• Support preparation of financial presentations & analyses for the leadership team.
• Support preparation of ad-hoc financial analyses (including “what-if” scenario analysis) as required to support business partners.

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.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager