Senior Project Accountant - Transit
- Mississauga, ON, Canada
Salary Range $80,000 to $100,000 per annum · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- Salary Range $80,000 to $100,000 per annum
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- Experience: 8+ years of relevant project accounting experience, ideally in construction, engineering, or heavy manufacturing environments.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Build What Matters
At Graham, one of North America’s largest general contractors, we don’t just construct buildings, we create spaces that shape lives and strengthen communities. As part of our Buildings division, you will contribute to meaningful projects across the region, from hospitals and schools to entertainment venues and multi-family residences.
Here, your work has purpose. Your safety and growth are supported. And your impact is lasting.
Join a team that builds with commitment, reliability, and integrity. Apply today and help us build what matters.
Your Impact Starts Here
Graham is actively recruiting a Project Accountant to support the Buildings Divisions. Reporting to the Operations Finance Controller, this role provides end-to-end accounting and financial support for a portfolio of building projects, including project controls, reporting, budgets, and forecasts.
Your Role in Building What Matters – From Office to Site
Lay the Foundation for Your Next Career Move. Apply Today.
At Graham, we’re building more than structures, we’re building futures. Join a team that delivers excellence from the ground up and makes a lasting impact across Canada.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to an inclusive, accessible workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process when requested. Please contact hiring@jardeg.com for accommodation requests.
Unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles will not be accepted and will become the property of Jardeg/Graham.
As Graham’s trusted recruitment partner, Jardeg supports the hiring of skilled professionals across Buildings, Industrial, Infrastructure, Water, Development, and Services projects nationwide.
At Graham, one of North America’s largest general contractors, we don’t just construct buildings, we create spaces that shape lives and strengthen communities. As part of our Buildings division, you will contribute to meaningful projects across the region, from hospitals and schools to entertainment venues and multi-family residences.
Here, your work has purpose. Your safety and growth are supported. And your impact is lasting.
Join a team that builds with commitment, reliability, and integrity. Apply today and help us build what matters.
Your Impact Starts Here
Graham is actively recruiting a Project Accountant to support the Buildings Divisions. Reporting to the Operations Finance Controller, this role provides end-to-end accounting and financial support for a portfolio of building projects, including project controls, reporting, budgets, and forecasts.
Your Role in Building What Matters – From Office to Site
- Project Accounting & Close - Lead transactional accounting, reconciliations, revenue recognition, accruals, and month-end close.
- Contracts, Billing & Account Receivable - Manage subtrade contracts, owner billings, Account Receivable, collections, and change order reconciliations.
- Compliance & Audits - Ensure compliance with accounting standards, contracts, tax, and regulatory requirements, lead audits.
- Financial Reporting & Cash Flow - Prepare and analyze cash flow, Account Receivable, Account Payable, and support budgets and monthly reviews.
- Operations Partnership & Process Improvement - Partner with Operations on project setup, bids, and contract administration while driving system and process improvements.
- Education & Credentials: Degree in Commerce, Business, Accounting, or related field; CPA designation preferred.
- Experience: 8+ years of relevant project accounting experience, ideally in construction, engineering, or heavy manufacturing environments.
- Skills & Systems: Advanced ERP proficiency (SAP preferred), with experience supporting audits, compliance, and system/process improvements.
- Salary Range $80,000 to $100,000 per annum
- Compensation aligned to education and experience, ensuring fair and competitive placement
- Three to five weeks of vacation, with additional credit for prior industry experience
- Flexible, comprehensive Health & Dental benefits plan designed to support your well‑being
Lay the Foundation for Your Next Career Move. Apply Today.
At Graham, we’re building more than structures, we’re building futures. Join a team that delivers excellence from the ground up and makes a lasting impact across Canada.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to an inclusive, accessible workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process when requested. Please contact hiring@jardeg.com for accommodation requests.
Unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles will not be accepted and will become the property of Jardeg/Graham.
As Graham’s trusted recruitment partner, Jardeg supports the hiring of skilled professionals across Buildings, Industrial, Infrastructure, Water, Development, and Services projects nationwide.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The role provides end-to-end financial support for a portfolio of building projects, including project controls, budgeting, and forecasting. Key duties include managing transactional accounting, owner billings, and partnering with operations on project setup and contract administration.
Requirements
Candidates should have a degree in Commerce, Business, or Accounting, with a CPA designation preferred. A minimum of 8 years of relevant project accounting experience, ideally in construction or heavy manufacturing, is required.
Skills
- Project Accounting
- Revenue Recognition
- Financial Reporting
- Cash Flow Analysis
- Account Receivable
- Account Payable
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- ERP Proficiency
- SAP
- Audit Compliance
- Contract Administration
- Reconciliations
- Month-end Close
- Tax Compliance
Benefits
- Vacation
- Health benefits plan
- Dental benefits plan
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Construction
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Project Accounting
- Construction
- SAP
- CPA
- Revenue Recognition
- Accruals
- Change Orders
- Financial Reporting
- Cash Flow
- Audit
- Compliance
- ERP
- Subtrade Contracts
- Project Controls
- General Contractor