Job Description

Why Join our SMS Team?

We have a saying that people come for the projects and stay because of the people. It's why the brightest join our team - it's an exciting, and supportive, place to work.

Our fast-paced environment offers the opportunity to work on projects of all types, expanding your knowledge base and exploring what really makes you tick as a designer, contract administrator or project manager.

The collaborative environment we nurture will give the support needed, while nudging to try new ideas in your design and expand your role within our firm.

Develop professionally through our in-house mentorship program and education opportunities and by finding your area of expertise and earning specialized diplomas and certificates.

Our ownership group is active in our daily operations and promotes an open-door policy of idea sharing and continuous process improvement. This access to all levels of our organization provides opportunity for career progression and to make an impact across all levels of our organization.

Our multi-disciplinary team has grown and branched out throughout the decades because we assist our employees with planning their careers and helping them to achieve their goals.

We collaborate with other leading providers in our industry, sharing innovative ideas and achieving lofty goals.

We offer competitive remuneration packages and the opportunity to manage your career how you envision it.

About SMS Engineering

SMS Engineering is a privately-owned consulting engineering firm headquartered in Winnipeg providing pre-development and planning to design and contract administration of projects to local and national clients. Our engineering specialist team delivers award winning innovative solutions to built environments.

We pride ourselves in providing outstanding designs to our clients, and we value our employees. Our workplace embraces a culture in which we never stop learning which enables our team to develop and thrive throughout their careers.

Are you our next Junior Project Accountant?

Are you a detail driven accounting professional who enjoys solving problems, working with people, and improving processes? We're looking for a

Junior Project Accountant

to support the financial operations of our growing engineering firm. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who's eager to learn, think critically, and contribute to the business operations.

Accounting Operations

Process and issue invoices to clients, and assist with collections (AR) Assist with expense entries and payments (AP) Reconcile bank accounts and support general ledger accuracy Assist with payroll inputs and reporting Support journal entries, reporting, and reconciliations for month-end as required Provide support to project budget and project close Maintain well-organized financial records and supporting documentation

Interdepartmental and Client Coordination

Communicate with internal teams and external vendors/clients as required Help track project-related financials and billing timelines Assist and respond to finance related questions from staff and managers

Process Optimization

Identify areas to reduce manual processes and improve workflows Assist with automation efforts that are ongoing within the Accounting Department Help ensure data accuracy across systems and reports

What You Bring:

Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related field Experience with accounting software (Deltek Vantagepoint) preferred Proficient in MS Office particularly with MS Excel Excellent communication skills (verbally and written) and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates sharp analytical skills and attention to detail Collaborative team member with strong business acumen Demonstrates curiosity and actively engages in understanding business operations

SMS Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and can provide accommodations for candidates involved in the recruitment process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $42,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Winnipeg, MB R3H 0N3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you have experience with accounting software? Are you proficient in MS Office particularly with MS Excel?
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:

Accounting: 1 year (preferred)
Location:

Winnipeg, MB R3H 0N3 (required)
Work Location: In person