Project Accounting Manager

AECOM•Mississauga, ON

27d•CA$95,000 - CA$125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Project Accounting Manager located in Ontario to join their team. Opportunities for hybrid work are available. This opening is for an existing position. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Project Accounting Manager will partner with Project and Operations teams to help drive financial performance and compliance across their project portfolio. In this role, they will gain in-depth knowledge of the business line's operating environment and projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Business, Commerce, or a related field, plus 8 (eight) years of experience.

Nice To Haves

Project accounting experience in a professional services or project-based environment.
3-5 years of PM experience.
Professional accounting designation, such as CPA.
Proven experience building strong relationships with Project and Operations teams.
Strong commercial acumen and business analysis skills, with the ability to interpret and communicate complex financial data effectively.
Ability to adapt to and drive change.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the capacity to collaborate and influence.

Responsibilities

Monitor, report, and analyze financial performance for operational and project-related activities, offering support to project teams.
Work with Project Managers to ensure efficient control of projects, including the recording, controlling, forecasting and reporting of all financial matters.
Ensure revenue recognition and project documentation are in accordance with SOX requirements.
Understand and communicate the impact of project changes on P&L.
Lead or participate in project reviews for projects within the portfolio.
Identify financial risks and opportunities, establish a plan to resolve issues and proactively follow up to ensure the appropriate actions are taken.
Improve working capital and cash performance by closely monitoring Unbilled and Billed AR.
Assist in the preparation and monitoring of EAC’s (Estimates At Completion) and ensure EACs are completed for projects in accordance with SOX controls.
Assist Finance Manager with month end close activities.
Gain an understanding of key contractual agreements with clients.