Senior Project Accountant Construction Toronto

Toronto, ON, CA, Canada

Job Description

Job Title:

Senior Project Accountant

Location:

Toronto, Ontario

Industry:

Construction


About the Company


Our client is a leading construction company recognized for delivering high-quality projects across Ontario. With a commitment to excellence, collaboration, and innovation, they are seeking a skilled

Senior Project Accountant

to play a key role in managing the financial performance of large-scale construction projects.


Position Overview


The Senior Project Accountant will oversee project-level financials, ensuring accurate cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting. This role will act as the primary financial partner to project managers, providing insights to support decision-making, profitability, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction accounting and strong knowledge of

Jonas Construction Software

.


Key Responsibilities

Manage the financial aspects of multiple construction projects, including cost tracking, forecasting, and budget-to-actual analysis Partner with project managers to monitor project profitability, timelines, and risk management Prepare and review monthly project financial reports, work-in-progress (WIP) schedules, and variance analyses Ensure compliance with contractual terms, change orders, and billing requirements Process progress billings, lien waivers, and subcontractor payments in alignment with project agreements Review, analyze, and reconcile job cost reports, ensuring accuracy and completeness Assist in month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals and reconciliations Mentor junior accounting staff and provide guidance on project accounting best practices Support process improvements and contribute to system optimization initiatives

Qualifications

5+ years of progressive accounting experience within the construction industry Strong proficiency with

Jonas Construction Software

(required) Solid understanding of project-based accounting, job costing, and revenue recognition Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications Excellent analytical skills with a keen eye for detail Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with operations and finance teams * CPA designation (or in progress) considered an asset

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2790455
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Toronto, ON, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned