Job Description

If you are a talented Accountant who is looking for a 6-week contract with an immediate start, Aplin has the right opportunity for you! Our client, a leader in their field, has partnered with Aplin to grow their team in Calgary.

Please note this position is 100% in office.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage project cash flows, cost projections and proformas monthly
• Meet with the project teams to ensure that proformas reflect the most up-to-date forecast information
• Monitor and analyze project costs, ledger reports and explain variances
• Monitor, review, update, and reconcile: project budgets, invoices, holdback and GL accounts
• Provide accounting services for the Housebuilding division within Anthem (closing, lot purchases, G&A, intercompany, etc.)
• Be willing to learn AP for vacation/sick coverage on a short-term basis
• Assist with the annual year-end audit/review
• Compile information for the annual budget for review
• Co-ordinate and prepare information requests from other departments/external business partners
• Assist the Housebuilding Controller with other duties as requested

Qualifications:

• A Professional Accounting Designation or Certified Financial Analyst Designation and/or 3+ years of experience in real estate development or construction/housebuilding accounting preferred
• Advanced Excel skills and strong working knowledge of project accounting software such as NewStar/InformXL, and AX
• Experience with cash management, budgeting and financial reporting
• Proven ability to work on multiple projects and thrive in a team environment
• Experience with creating and maintaining policies and procedures documentation
• Proven work experience handling high volumes in a fast-paced work environment with multiple demands, must have a sense of urgency and be a team player - there is no task too small!
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills; must have the ability to communicate effectively

We are an award-winning employment agency that finds top talent for exceptional organizations across North America. There are no fees to apply for our jobs or engage with our recruiters to find a new career. Companies hire us to help them grow their teams. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. This includes having proper documentation, such as a work permit.

David Aplin Group