Cost Assurance Specialist

Turner & Townsend • $75K — $120K *
Toronto, ON M3C 0E3In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3 - 5 years of audit/accounting experience.
  • Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent.
  • Working towards professional body membership (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CFA).
  • Experience in delivering service excellence to clients.
  • Strong capability in extracting and analyzing large data sets for decision-making.
  • Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment and adapt to challenges.
  • Experience in assurance or audit within the construction or accountancy sector.

Responsibilities

  • Review contractor systems and processes to assess best practices.
  • Analyze complex construction contracts for compliance and effectiveness.
  • Conduct cost audits on monthly invoices to ensure accuracy.
  • Support payroll audits to verify employee information and payments.
  • Review financial systems and report on contractors' ERP performance.
  • Use data visualization techniques to analyze and report trends and patterns.
  • Prepare and communicate concise findings and recommendations in written reports.

Benefits

  • 100% health and dental benefits coverage for you and your dependents.
  • Health spending account for additional expenses.
  • Company matching RRSP option.
  • Annual budget for learning and development.
  • Access to online learning tools and career development support.
  • Coverage for one professional membership or license fee per year.
  • Flexible work arrangements promoting work-life balance.
  • Commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
Full Job Description
Job Description
  • Reviewing construction contractor systems, controls, and processes to provide an assessment on their ways of working, using intelligence from around the industry to build a view on best practice.
  • Analysis and understanding of complex construction contracts.
  • Perform actual cost audits on monthly invoices.
  • Supporting on Payroll Audits.
  • Reviewing financial systems and reporting on the contractors ERP.
  • Performing testing of data and information using smart techniques and tools such as data visualization and trend / pattern analysis - PowerBi/Tableau
  • Production of written findings reports that deliver key findings, recommendations and messages in a succinct and professional manner.
  • Fostering good quality working relationships with clients and those being reviewed built around trust and professionalism.
  • Engaging with the supply chain to take them on the journey of assurance and encourage collaboration at project/program level.


Qualifications
  • 3 - 5 years of Audit/Accounting experience
  • Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
  • Holds or working towards an appropriate professional body membership or equivalent (i.e., ACCA, CPA,CFA etc.)
  • Demonstrable experience of delivering service excellence to clients.
  • The ability to extract, interrogate and assess large data sets to problem solve and produce outputs that can be used in the decision-making process.
  • Ability to work autonomously and in fast-paced environment, and able to adapt and meet challenges as they develop during the delivery stage.
  • Assurance or audit - in a construction, commercial or accountancy setting
  • Assessment of accuracy and entitlement to cost.
  • Data analysis - ability to review and draw insights from large quantities of data in various formats - PowerBi/Tableau experience preferred
  • Supporting on report writing - communicating complex messages succinctly to maximize impact in written formats.


Additional Information

What's in it for you...
  • 100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services)
  • Health spending account, to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program
  • RRSP option with company matching
  • Annual learning and development budget
  • Access to a range of online learning tools, and support for career development and growth
  • Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year, if directly related to your role
  • We believe in work-life balance, so you can recharge and take care of what matters most with vacation, flex and sick days
  • A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives
  • Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging

The base salary range for this full-time role is $75,000 - $120,000 per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate's experience and qualifications.

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

About Turner & Townsend

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Joining Turner & Townsend offers a unique opportunity to contribute to some of the most exciting projects worldwide. As a global leader in professional services, Turner & Townsend is at the forefront of transforming the industry through expertise, innovation, and leadership.

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Turner & Townsend is constantly seeking skilled professionals eager to drive innovation and lead industry standards. With a variety of job opportunities available, candidates can find positions that match their skills and career aspirations. Explore employment options that span across critical sectors such as construction, project management, and consultancy.

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Turner & Townsend is committed to the professional growth and continuous development of its team members. The company supports career advancement through robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, ensuring every team member has the tools and knowledge to succeed.

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For those starting their career journey, Turner & Townsend offers internship programs that provide a rich learning environment. Interns gain hands-on experience, working alongside seasoned professionals and contributing to impactful projects. These internships are a gateway to full-time employment and a flourishing career within the company.

Cultivating a Diverse and Inclusive Culture

Turner & Townsend prides itself on fostering an inclusive culture where diversity is celebrated. The company believes that a diverse workforce enhances creativity and drives innovation. Employees from various backgrounds are encouraged to share their unique perspectives, promoting a collaborative and supportive workplace.

Benefits and Employee Wellbeing

Understanding the importance of a work-life balance, Turner & Townsend offers comprehensive benefits designed to support the wellbeing of its team. Benefits include health care, flexible working conditions, and competitive retirement plans, all aimed at enhancing the quality of life for employees.

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