Project Cost Accountant (Contract)

Our client, a well-established organization in the industrial and technology sector, is seeking a Project Cost Accountant to join its finance team on a contract basis. This role offers a blend of project accounting and financial accounting responsibilities, supporting business operations through accurate financial reporting, project cost analysis, forecasting, and month-end close activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys partnering with operational teams, analyzing project performance, and contributing to financial decision-making in a fast-paced environment.

Location: Mississauga, ON (on-site)

Pay range: 35-45/h T4

Key Responsibilities

• Perform monthly project accounting activities, including project margin analysis, cost-to-complete assessments, revenue recognition, warranty and inventory accounting and review of operating expenses and project financial performance
• Support project managers with budgeting, scheduling, and forecasting activities.
• Prepare financial reports and provide analysis to operational leaders and management.
• Assist with intercompany and related-party accounting transactions.
• Participate in month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis and financial reporting
• Review financial data for compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Support quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements.
• Assist with external audit requests and provide required documentation.
• Support internal control and compliance initiatives.
• Contribute to special projects, process improvements, and ad hoc financial analysis.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of progressive accounting experience in manufacturing, engineering, industrial, construction, or project-based environments.
• Experience with project accounting, cost accounting, or contract accounting.
• CPA designated or working towards designation is an asset.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting coupled with advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to quickly learn and navigate various ERP and financial reporting systems.
• Experience supporting audits and financial statement preparation is nice to have.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Collaborative approach with a strong customer-service mindset.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Hands-on exposure to project-based financial operations.
• Opportunity to partner closely with project managers and business leaders.
• Broad mix of project accounting, financial reporting, and analysis responsibilities.
• Dynamic environment offering varied and impactful work.

This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client.

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