Project Accountant Lead

Posted 24 Days Ago
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Calgary, AB, CAN
In-Office
Senior level
Professional Services • Energy • Industrial
The Role
Leads project accounting operations, including time entry, billing, revenue recognition, month-end close, accounts receivable, accruals, variance analysis, WIP aging, and project performance reporting. Coaches Financial Transaction Coordinators, supports project setup and rate analysis, resolves transaction anomalies, manages customer audits and payment issues, and collaborates with Operations to improve invoicing, working capital, and DSO performance.
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Company Description

FLINT is a leading service provider in Canada's energy and industrial markets. We offer full asset life cycle support, including construction, maintenance, fabrication, and environmental services. Committed to safety and quality, we foster a workplace culture that values innovation and sustainability. With a strong local presence and top-tier talent, we deliver high-quality services as we help our customers bring their resources to our world. 

Job Description

As a Project Accountant Lead, you will have the opportunity to advance your career while engaging in challenging work. This high-demand, fast-paced position is focused on enhancing project financial performance. You will work closely with the project team providing financial oversight on time entry, billing, and revenue recognition, while supporting internal and external reporting requirements. This role offers a dynamic environment for professional growth and the chance to make a significant impact on project success. 

What would you be doing?

  • Lead and coach a team of Financial Transaction Coordinators, ensuring timely time entry, client reporting, and billing processes. Drive the team to meet daily targets, as these processes impact Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).
  • Hands on accounting ensuring timely client reporting, and billing processes to meet daily targets, as these processes impact Days Sales Outstanding (DSO). 
  • Oversee month-end close activities for assigned districts, including capturing all time entries, processing A/R invoices, and creating accruals for the GL. Review GL and project transactions to ensure accuracy, investigating and resolving anomalies. 
  • Prepare and present detailed variance analysis on revenue changes and margin drivers, providing insights into margin erosion and performance trends. 
  • Facilitate weekly A/R and WIP aging meetings to address past-due transactions and invoices, develop plans to expedite invoicing, and manage holdbacks, ensuring timely releases. Escalate aging issues as needed to expedite payments. 
  • Generate weekly and monthly reports on project performance, non-billable costs, and working capital aging.
  • Collaborate with Operations for project setup, rate analysis, and customer requests, including audits and ad-hoc reporting. 

Perks of the job

  • Competitive compensation.
  • Health coverage for you and your family.
  • RRSP matching.
  • Opportunity for internal development and growth.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Project Accounting, preferably in the Oil & Gas industry, with expertise in forecasting, project profitability analysis, and handling customer audits.
  • Experienced team leader, collaborative, self-motivated, and highly organized, with the ability to operate efficiently under pressure while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Experience with client contracts, payment terms such as Time & Material or Cost Plus, burden reimbursement, and project cost control, including labor, materials, and services. Proficient in accounts payable/receivable processes, month's end and MS Excel.
  • Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, with a high level of accuracy and precision in repetitive tasks. Skilled in word processing and presentation tools.
  • University Degree in Accounting or Finance; pursuing or holding a CA, CMA, CGA, or CPA designation. Experience with IFS and a track record of supporting DSO improvement are assets.

Additional Information

As a condition of employment, qualified applicants who accept the role must complete a satisfactory pre-employment Background Check.     

Our Commitment to Our People  

When you join FLINT, we make these promises:  

  • Your work will matter. The projects you'll help build will serve communities for generations.  
  • Your growth is our priority. We'll invest in your development and create paths for advancement.  
  • Your voice will be heard. Your experience and ideas will shape how we tackle challenges.  
  • Your team will support you. You'll work with people who want to see you succeed.  
  • Your ambition will be rewarded. As you grow, FLINT grows – and we recognize those who help us build better.  

Shape Your Future. Strengthen Your Craft. Leave A Legacy.

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Skills Required

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in project accounting
  • Experience in forecasting, project profitability analysis, and customer audits
  • Experience leading teams
  • Experience with client contracts and payment terms such as Time and Material or Cost Plus
  • Experience with burden reimbursement and project cost control for labor, materials, and services
  • Proficiency in accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
  • Experience with month-end accounting processes
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
  • High accuracy and precision in repetitive tasks
  • Experience with word processing and presentation tools
  • University degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Pursuing or holding a CA, CMA, CGA, or CPA designation
  • Experience with IFS
  • Experience supporting DSO improvement
  • Satisfactory pre-employment background check
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The Company
HQ: Calgary
3,275 Employees
Year Founded: 1967

What We Do

FLINT Corp is a leading service company in Canada's energy and industrial markets, providing full life cycle services for assets including fabrication, construction, maintenance, and environmental services. They offer solutions for oil and gas, petrochemical, mining, and power industries.

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