Project Accountant
| Company | Veolia |
|---|---|
| Location | Winnipeg, MB, Canada |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
- Chartered Professional Accountant or equivalent is considered an asset
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience with 5 years’ experience directly related to Project Accounting
- Must have previous experience with project accounting processes on major capital projects
- Good understanding of progress monitoring and controlling in project accounting framework
- Must have the capability to conduct analyses on complex data sets and review large complex technical reports
- Must demonstrate ability to pay close attention to details, and present good planning, organization, and time management skills
- Must have the ability to handle diverse tasks simultaneously and be able to work effectively with interruptions
- Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities
- Must demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to independently compose routine written communications
- Must demonstrate ability to adapt communication style for diverse audiences from construction site / plant floor to senior management
- Must demonstrate the ability to guide others and deliver through other people / groups without direct management control
- Must have strong partnering abilities to develop networks and build alliances; collaborate across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals
Responsibilities
- Provide expert advice and assistance in project and program budgeting including but not limited to developing and maintaining detailed project budgets, including cost estimations for different phases of a project
- Monitoring project expenses against the budget, identifying variances and potential cost overruns
- Prepare regular financial reports for project managers
- Manage the billing process for projects, ensuring accurate and timely client invoicing
- Analyze project financial data to identify trends, potential risks and areas for improvement
- Work closely with project managers to provide financial insight and support decision making
- Ensure project accounting practices adhere to relevant financial regulations and client policies
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in the Google Suite of office tools would be considered an asset
- Demonstrating knowledge of current local or world environmental challenges will be an advantage