Project Accountant

With our head office in Saskatoon, Wright Construction represents the longest operating construction company in the Province of Saskatchewan and in the City of Saskatoon. Over three generations, Wright Construction has helped build this province and we are proud to have produced many landmarks across Western Canada, including the original buildings of the University of Saskatchewan, Hotel Saskatchewan in Regina, the Bessborough Hotel in Saskatoon and much more! We also have a satellite office in Calgary, Alberta.

Wright Construction performs General Contracting, Design Build, Public-Private-Partnerships (P3s) and Construction Management services. We excel in a variety of commercial, institutional, mixed use and industrial environments. Each year we complete hundreds of thousands of square feet of retail space for various developers and retail chains. Wright Construction is a strong competitor in the institutional sector providing services to schools and health boards across Saskatchewan and Alberta. Meanwhile, we are a Butler Buildings dealer and have erected approximately 6.5 million square feet of pre-engineered building space.

Come and be part of a leading construction company while investing in your career. We proudly offer:

• A competitive total compensation package
• An industry leading Employer paid Pension Program with a Pension matching Program
• Employer paid Benefit Program
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Commitment to learning – through professional and career development opportunities
• Paid volunteer time
• Other Employee Perks

We have an exciting opportunity available – We are seeking a Full Time skilled and experienced Project Accountant to join our team in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

The primary responsibility of this role is to support the Finance and Project Management teams under the supervision of the Chief Financial Officer.

1. Administer project setup, project cost controls, and reporting for assigned projects.
   1. Understand project estimate values and methodology.
   2. Administration of Consultant and Subcontractor contracts.
   3. Support monthly cost to complete process with Project Management teams.
   4. Generate reports including Timesheets, A/R, A/P, and Job Cost.
   5. Assist with cost variance analysis with an understanding of key construction issues.
   6. Assist with project cash flow reporting and forecasting.
   7. Assist project teams with requirements related to the job costs.
2. Prepare monthly progress claims for assigned projects.
3. Process invoices, payments, and compliance documents for assigned projects.
4. Manage accounts receivable and payable listings for assigned projects.
5. Complete month end journal entries and closing process for assigned projects.
6. Prepare financial statement reports for assigned projects.

• Bachelor of Commerce with Accounting major required
• CPA designation or currently enrolled in CPA program preferred
• 1-5 years of experience is preferred
• Experience with Accounting software is an asset
• Effective computer skills with high proficiency in Microsoft Office required
• Knowledge of the Construction Industry is an asset

1. Must be able to work well within a team setting and contribute to team success
2. Be able to efficiently carry out tasks with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
3. Exemplifies core values of honesty, integrity, and respect
4. Self-motivated and shows initiative to identify process improvements
5. Demonstrate a strong work ethic and enthusiasm
6. Takes accountability for their roles and responsibilities
7. Must have excellent time management skills

If you are interested in this opportunity and in joining our team, please apply on our website.

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Wright Construction however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.