Job Description

Accounting Lead - VIS Mechanical

Location:

Victoria, BC (On-site)

Salary:

$85,000 - $110,000 per year (based on experience)

Employment Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

VIS Mechanical

is one of Vancouver Island's fastest-growing mechanical contractors, delivering high-quality HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and commercial mechanical services across the region. With major projects underway and continued expansion on the horizon, we are seeking a strong

Accounting Lead

to bring structure, reliability, and expertise to our finance operations.

About the Role

The Accounting Lead will oversee day-to-day financial operations and play a key role in stabilizing and improving our accounting function. This position reports directly to ownership and works closely with our project managers, service teams, and leadership group. We're looking for someone with broad accounting experience, strong technical skills, an, ideally a background in construction, contracting, or project-based accounting.

This role is ideal for someone who can step into a fast-moving environment, build process clarity, and provide accurate, dependable financial support for decision-making as VIS continues to scale.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Reporting

Oversee the full accounting cycle (AR, AP, GL, month-end, and year-end tasks). Prepare monthly financial statements, job-level reporting, and summary dashboards for ownership. Manage cash flow, forecasting, and budgeting.

Construction & Job Costing

Maintain job costing and project financial tracking (labour, materials, subtrades, equipment). Support project managers with financial data, cost-to-complete reporting, and billing accuracy. Monitor change orders, progress billing, holdbacks, and contract payment schedules.

Process, Systems & Controls

Strengthen and document financial processes, workflows, and internal controls. Support improvements in accounting systems and integration with operational tools (Jobber/QuickBooks Online). Ensure timely, accurate payroll data is processed (may coordinate with external/payroll teams).

Leadership & Collaboration

Work closely with owners and senior leadership on financial strategy and operational decision-making. Provide guidance to junior accounting/admin staff as required. Liaise with external accountants, auditors, and banking partners.

What We're Looking For

5+ years of progressive accounting experience. Experience in

construction, mechanical contracting, or project-based accounting

is a strong asset. Knowledge of job costing, progress billing, and contract accounting principles. Proficiency with QuickBooks Online; experience with tools like Jobber, ServiceTitan, Sage, Procore, or Viewpoint is an asset. Strong Excel/financial analysis skills. High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to build structure in a fast-paced environment. CPA designation or working toward CPA is an asset but not required. A proactive, dependable, and solutions-oriented approach.

Why Join VIS Mechanical?

Join a rapidly growing company with major expansion plans already underway. Work directly with ownership and contribute to building a modern, efficient finance function. Opportunities for professional growth as the company scales. Competitive salary, benefits, and performance incentives.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $85,000.00-$110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Paid time off
Work Location: In person