
Project Accountant
Adi Development Group
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Burlington • Canada
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Salary
💰 CA$90,000 - CA$110,000 per year
About the role
- Own monthly project draws and budget variance analysis — your insights will drive real-time decisions on live construction projects
- Maintain strict payment draw schedule ensuring all draws are prepared and reviewed according to the standard process
- Deliver timely GL reconciliations and financial reports that leadership relies on for strategic planning
- Complete bank reconciliations with precision and speed
- Collaborate with budget owners to sharpen cash flow forecasts and flag risks before they become problems
- Review invoices that have been processed by Accounts Payable
- Update and maintain all project budgets within Sage and ensure accurate data interface between Sage system and Procore construction management systems
- Partner with Construction Project Managers on coding accuracy, surface budget variances early, and coach new PMs on financial best practices
- Team up with the Project Accounting Manager, Sales & Marketing and external counsel to prepare closing site records and unit closing statements
- Support budgeted cost, unit allocations and cost recognition for each project
- Prepare and file HST returns and T5018s accurately and on time
- Take on new challenges as they arise
Requirements
- 3–5 years of project accounting experience in construction or real estate development — you understand the rhythm of a build
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field
- CPA designation (complete or in progress) — you’re committed to the profession
- Advanced Excel skills — pivot tables, lookups and complex models are second nature
- Strong budget monitoring and variance analysis chops
- Solid grounding in GAAP and Canadian tax regulations
- Hands-on experience with accounting software (Sage experience is a plus)
- Sharp eye for detail paired with exceptional organizational skills
- A proactive mindset — you spot financial issues early and bring solutions, not just questions
- High integrity, confidentiality and professionalism in everything you do
- Genuine curiosity and a drive for continuous improvement and process optimization
Benefits
- Learning & Development Reimbursement: We invest in your growth with tuition and education reimbursements so you never stop levelling up.
- Competitive Paid Time Off: 15 vacation days, 5 Wellness Days and 3 Sick Days annually — because rest fuels great work.
- Competitive Salaries: Regular compensation market reviews ensure your total package stays ahead of the curve.
- Employee Home Ownership Program: Dream of living in one of our communities? Eligible Adians receive a discount off the purchase price.
- Comprehensive Benefits Plan: Full coverage for dental, prescriptions, vision, paramedical, life insurance and more for you and your dependents.
- Flexible Health, Lifestyle & Wellness Spending Account: Annual spending accounts for fitness, gym memberships, family & pet needs, extra health coverage and more.
- Dedicated Online Mental Health Partner: 24/7 access to professional online therapy because your wellbeing matters.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
project accountingbudget variance analysisGL reconciliationsbank reconciliationscash flow forecastingfinancial reportingHST returnsT5018sGAAPadvanced Excel
Soft Skills
organizational skillsproactive mindsetattention to detailproblem-solvingcommunicationcollaborationleadershipcuriosityintegrityprofessionalism
Certifications
CPA designationBachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in Business Administration