Senior Accountant (with Project Accounting experience)

Vertex is accepting applications for one full-time, permanent Senior Accountant in our Sherwood Park, Alberta office.  This position will report directly to the Controller. The successful candidate will provide financial expertise as well as project costing, revenues and analysis. 

 VERTEX OFFERS

Extended Health Benefits

Dental Coverage

Vision Care and Glasses Coverage

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

A safe working environment

Advancement Opportunities

Stable Employment

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Commerce with Accounting or relevant post-secondary education with extensive work experience (experience can be considered instead of preferred education)

CPA designation or working towards a CPA designation is an asset

5-8 years in an accounting role, supervisory experience is considered an asset

3 plus years of experience with project accounting

Strong knowledge with financial, operational and cost reporting and analysis

Experienced in budgeting, forecasting and business process’

Strongly proficient with Accounting software, advanced knowledge using MS Word and Excel

Experience in Maestro software is an asset

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Strong problem solving and decision-making skills

Highly organized and self-motivated

Ability to develop, nurture and maintain strong relationships with vendors, agencies and various internal stakeholders

Ability to work effectively in a team and in a fast-paced environment

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in the delivery of accurate and timely financial and operational reports

Reconcile completed jobs, ensuring accuracy of costs and revenues

Prepare, analyze, and report project financial information relating to revenue and costs

Provide project status and analysis information to Project Managers and Controll

Responsible for month end, journal entries, reconciliations and financial statement preparation

Responsible for monthly Intercompany reconciliations

Provide business analysis from data converted to information that allows key stakeholders to make strategic business decisions

Assist with the year-end audit process

Oversee of monthly project accounting costing details and reporting

Assist in budgeting, forecasting and support of operational planning processes

Assist in improvement initiatives around internal system processes and controls in order to streamline and reduce inefficiencies of financial processes

Assist in the documentation and implementation of internal controls to ensure consistency of policies and procedures

Facilitate the development of direct and indirect reports through the provision of continuous coaching and mentoring

Other duties and responsibilities  that may be assigned from time to time by the manager

LOCATION

This position will be located out of our Sherwood Park, Alberta office. 

APPLY NOW

With a track record of success, Vertex provides a fast-paced environment where people thrive. We recognize that each member brings a valuable skillset to the Vertex team and we make health, safety and community well-being a priority by supporting numerous endeavors at each of our locations across North America.

At Vertex, we value teamwork through collaboration and provide support across the entire organization. If you think you have what it takes to play for the Vertex team, please apply.

*We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted*