Intermediate Project Accountant - Permanent - 19417

About The Opportunity

Our client in the Greater Toronto Area (Mississauga) is looking for a detail-oriented, Construction industry-focused Intermediate Project Accountant to join their growing team on a full-time, permanent basis. The successful candidate will have experience in Operational, Project-based Accounting, excellent attention to detail, thrive in fast-paced environments, and work collaboratively with others, with previous experience in the Construction industry.

This organization is within a growing sector and offers opportunity for professional growth and development, all within a dynamic, positive work culture.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Ensuring the accurate processing and filing of project invoices and payments within a timely manner
• Reconcile accounts including progress billing, change orders, and chargebacks, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Evaluation of prepaids, accruals, asset management, holdbacks, and monitoring of payments, follow up on outstanding balances as needed
• Ensure accuracy of LEMs reporting
• Review contract terms and ensure proper set up for projects including billing, costing, tax compliance, and labour requirements
• Analysis of job costing, review of costing reports, and cost allocation, as well as providing insight to costing fluctuations and adjustments as needed
• Working closely with the General Ledger, adjustments as needed
• Track project costs, revenue as well as cash flow management
• Assist in the production of Financial Statements
• Assisting with Month End closing including, but not limited to, reconciling balance sheet and revenue accounts, analyzing margins and variances, and preparing adjusting entries
• Preparing reporting as needed
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations as well as following company policy & procedures
• Professionally and effectively manage relationships with vendors or internal stakeholders
• Provide support on similar duties to support the success of the organization
  
  

About You

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Previous experience in the Construction industry, preference will be given to those with experience in a GC
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• CPA Designation (or in pursuit of) is a strong asset
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles- completed post-secondary education in Business Administration (or equivalent)
• Proficiency in MS Office programs, including advanced MS Excel skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for complex financial issues
• Ability to prioritize accordingly to effectively manage multiple deadlines
• Strong communication skills (English essential)
  
  

About the Job

The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $105,000, depending on experience.

How To Apply

Please apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to sgomi@lrostaffing.com. If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 19417.

LRO Staffing values fairness, confidentiality, and human judgment in every stage of our hiring process. We do not use automated or AI-driven screening tools to assess applications. Each submission is reviewed by an experienced recruiter to ensure a thoughtful and equitable evaluation of every candidate.

Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.