What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Accountant position at Aecon Group?
Come Build Your Career at Aecon!
As a North American leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.
At Aecon, you can count on:
- Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
- Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
- Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
- Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.
We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!
At Aecon we:
- Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
- Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
- Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
- Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.
Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!
What is the Opportunity?
Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, the Financial Accountant will support our Major Projects West Division and sit out of Pacific Northwest office in Lynnwood, WA.
What You’ll Do Here:
- Assist with the month end close processes (preparation of journal entries, elimination entries, recurring entries and accruals).
- Review monthly/quarterly deliverables from internal projects or business units.
- Intercompany reconciliation, confirmation of intercompany balances and coordination of transactions.
- Preparation of monthly management report deliverables.
- Compile cost recovery invoices to various entities
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for various entities
- Assist with internal and external audit activities.
- Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and/or financial statement notes.
- Research IFRS as needed to ensure established Aecon policies and procedures are compliant with IFRS.
- Assist with annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes as needed.
- Liaise with other Aecon departments as required.
- Maintain respect, effective communication and relationships with management and staff of all levels.
- Account analysis and preparation of working papers and schedules.
Required Knowledge and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting.
- 2-4 years of accounting experience.
- CPA designation or working towards CPA Designation.
- Experience in construction or related industry is preferred.
- Experience with SAP, BPC and Business Objects is valued.
- Progressive experience that indicates strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in Excel
- Ability to influence without specific authority.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to balance and prioritize multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Strong ability to think creatively, challenge the status quo, deal with ambiguity, and interact with a wide variety of personalities.
- History of strong personal performance and value add to the business.
- Demonstrated success working with internal/ external stakeholders.
- Strong financial acumen and relevant financial skills, including quantitative problem solving.
- Broad business knowledge, end-to-end thinking, and organizational awareness.
Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.
We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the EEOC during any step of the application process please click here.
