Project Controller

Valard Construction•Calgary, AB

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Substation group is currently looking to add a Project Controller to our growing team, based in Calgary, AB. Reporting to the Manager, Business Performance, we are seeking an experienced project finance professional with deep construction accounting expertise to serve as a key partner to divisional and project leadership. This position is responsible for budget management, financial reporting, project controls, and supporting month-end processes across a portfolio of projects. Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America. Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer. Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process. We do not use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Requirements

Post-Secondary education in accounting, finance, or a related field
An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered
5 years of progressive experience in the construction industry
Advanced experience with job costing, WIP reporting, and project analytics
Demonstrated ability to manage project forecasting, budgeting, and financial lifecycle reporting
Strong understanding of construction revenue recognition principles
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience with JD Edwards or SAP

Nice To Haves

CPA designation or actively working towards designation
Experience in a Project Controller or senior project accounting role within a construction or infrastructure environment

Responsibilities

Review contract terms and understand obligations for financial reporting, billing, change management, and risks
Review estimates and budgets to ensure an appropriate WBS setup
Provide financial oversight across a portfolio of projects serving as the financial subject matter expert for Project Managers
Organize and facilitate mid-month PO reviews and month-end cost accrual meetings with Project Managers, buyers, and receivers to maintain accurate commitments and cost data
Review weekly job reports from JD Edwards, analyze job-level indirect costs, and lead job cost meetings to review costs and revise forecasts
Prepare margin analysis commentary, and provide training to Project Managers on financial processes and tools
Maintain risk register, identifying and monitoring potential risks throughout project lifecycles
Maintain contract value files including approved and unapproved changes
Prepare monthly business unit financial statements, review packages, and annual budgets
Lead monthly business reviews with business unit managers and report findings to the executive team
Prepare cash position reports, monitoring costs in excess of billings, days sales outstanding, revenue not yet billed, payables, and holdback accounts
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal corporate and operational policies
Prepare financial records required for internal and external audits