Cost Accountant

Posted on 16 June 25 by Lori Devereux

  • Ottawa
  • $75 - $85 per Year
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Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Senior Accountant for our client in the real estate and construction space. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for a wide range of accounting and financial reporting tasks, supporting project-level and corporate-level financial operations. This role requires a strong understanding of job costing and full-cycle accounting, and it involves close collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders.

This is a permanent, full-time position based 5 days onsite. Successful candidates MUST HAVE a solid background in project-based accounting environments.

 

 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Assist with daily treasury management and monitoring of cash flow
  • Reconcile inter-company accounts and ensure accuracy of balances
  • Prepare and submit periodic tax filings (e.g., HST returns)
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver timely financial and project cost reports
  • Support the preparation and analysis of job costing and work-in-progress (WIP) reports
  • Monitor and evaluate gross profit margins across individual projects and portfolios
  • Contribute to month-end and year-end financial close processes
  • Liaise with auditors and provide necessary financial documentation and support
  • Perform general accounting functions and assist junior team members as needed

 

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a project-based or real estate/construction environment
  • Hands-on experience with Yardi is required
  • Experience with job costing and multi-project financial tracking
  • CPA designation or in progress is an asset
  • Strong computer skills, particularly in Excel and financial systems
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills

Job Information

Rate / Salary

$75 - $85 per Year

Sector

Construction

Category

Not Specified

Skills / Experience

Not Specified

Benefits

Not Specified

Our Reference

JOB-22617

Job Location