Job Details
Employer: Everglade Development Ltd.
Position: Project Accountant (NOC 11100)
Work Hours: 40 hours per week
Hourly Rate: $40.00 per hour
Vacancy: 1
Work Location: 301 - 103 W 6th Ave, Vancouver, British Columbia V5Y 1K3
Terms of Employment: Full-time; Permanent
Language of Work: English
Website: https://everglade.ca/
Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Maintain the company's accounting records and ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded, coded to the correct development project, account, and cost category, and supported by appropriate documentation.
• Complete month-end accounting procedures, including preparation of journal entries, accruals, bank reconciliations, general ledger reviews, and account reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements, project cost reports, management reports, and supporting schedules for ongoing development projects in accordance with company reporting requirements.
• Review invoices and payment documentation from contractors, consultants, suppliers, and other service providers, verify cost allocation, approvals, GST, change orders, and construction holdbacks, and prepare payment records for approval.
• Track and allocate construction costs, consultant fees, financing costs, municipal charges, and other project-related expenditures to the appropriate projects and cost codes.
• Prepare GST reconciliations, cash flow schedules, and supporting records for tax filings, year-end reporting, and external accountant review.
• Monitor project expenditures and commitments against approved development budgets and prepare variance reports for management review.
• Liaise with the company's development, construction, and administrative teams to obtain supporting documentation, resolve cost coding discrepancies, and ensure the accuracy of project financial records.
• Coordinate with external accountants and consultants on year-end financial reporting, tax filings, and audit support as required.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• A university degree in accounting, finance, commerce, business administration, or a related field is required.
• A minimum of 1 to 2 years of relevant experience in accounting, project accounting, cost accounting, or financial reporting is required.
• Experience in real estate development, construction, or another project-based business environment is required. Equivalent demonstrated familiarity with development project accounting, construction cost allocation, or related financial processes will be considered.
• Knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and project cost reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and computerized accounting or project accounting software is required.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to maintain accurate financial records and meet reporting deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with internal teams, contractors, consultants, and external accounting professionals.
• Progress toward a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is an asset.
