Graham Looking for Operations Accountant – Infrastructure and Water at Calgary, AB Full Time

Graham is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.

We are seeking top-tier talent to join our Infrastructure and Water division and build innovative projects in the transit and transportation sectors, such as roads, highways/freeways, bridges, interchanges, LRTs, BRTs, and airports. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on-going learning and career development opportunities.

About the Role:

The Operations Accountant is accountable for providing accounting and transactional support for a project or group of projects. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that project accounting processes and controls are being adhered to, in accordance with company policies and procedures, to ensure clear, accurate, consistent, and relevant project financial information on a timely basis. The role is focused on executing the work, while gaining experience around managing and supporting team members in completing tasks. The Operations Accountant will also be responsible for maintaining strong collaborative relationships with project staff and acts as a business partner.

As an Operations Accountant at Graham, you will:

• Review weekly timekeeping entries and follow up to ensure completion and accuracy.
• Ensure audit and accuracy of project master data in Graham and Client systems
• Ensure data flow and audit of detail between Graham systems and Client systems
• Responsible for the administration of subtrade contracts and invoices in adherence with company policy.
• Responsible for the accurate reconciliation and completion of owner progress billings (including change orders), ensuring on time and in compliance with the contract.
• Examine and review projects to ensure costs are accurately allocated within projects.
• Monitor and ensure timely accounts receivable collections and deposit of payments. Support and provide project input for weekly cash flow forecasts.
• Responsible for the business unit’s general transactional accounting processes, reconciliations, and month-end procedures, and ensures compliance with deadlines.
• Apply knowledge of company policies, procedures, and internal controls at the project level, including project setup and cost accounting.
• Contribute to the deliverables for audit work requirements (external & client).
• Apply knowledge of professional accounting standards, including revenue recognition and accruals.
• Contribute to management reporting, client reporting, and forecasting for projects as required.
• Demonstrate a passion and excitement for the work and model a can-do/high performance attitude in a high volume, fast paced environment.
• Display commitment to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Degree or Diploma in Commerce/Business/Accounting or a related field is required.
• Professional Accounting Designation (CPA) is an asset.
• 3 – 5 years relevant accounting experience.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of Project Accounting principles and practices.
• Demonstrate technical accounting proficiency in billing and cost accounting.
• Experience in Construction, Engineering or Heavy Manufacturing Industries is an asset
• Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and system controls, SAP preferred.
• Recognizing the necessity of adhering to deadlines.

If this sounds like you, then Graham may be the right fit. Apply today.

Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Graham does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.

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