Project Accountant

We are currently hiring a Project Accountant. The Project Accountant is accountable for ensuring that the project billings are issued to customers and that payments are collected. They work closely with the Project Manager monitoring the progress and performance of the projects within their portfolio from a financial perspective. This role reports directly to the Director of Finance.

At Fast Epp, our core purpose is to advance structural design and propel architectural imagination. We strive to manifest this core purpose in the designs we produce, the community we have created in our company culture, and the professional development we provide for our staff and their careers. We’re looking for people who approach problems with a sense of curiosity and are not afraid to ask, “Is there a better way to do this?” We want people who will bring diverse experiences and viewpoints to our team, those who love to collaborate with others and understand they have something to learn from everyone they meet. We’re searching for individuals who are honest, reliable, and good listeners. If you work with us, we want you to stretch your limits while still ensuring you maintain healthy habits, relationships, and other interests. If this sounds like the career path for you, we encourage you to apply! 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform day to day management of all billing cycle activities and provide efficient client service for their portfolio.
• Creates, updates, maintains projects in system and ensures billing setup is in accordance to the contract/proposal.
• Updates projects for change orders.
• Assist the Project Manager in the review and approval of timesheets, projects expenses, and consultant invoices.
• Produces draft and final copies of all invoices and sends out to clients in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Manage project consultants and their contracts and the timely payment of their invoices.
• Sends out monthly client statements and communicates with clients an any queries they have.
• Works with the PM and the client to ensure timely collections on outstanding amounts.
• Reports on project performance to Project Managers and the Director of Finance.
• Archives project admin/accounting files quarterly.
• Prepares banking deposits as required.
• Assists finance team with maintenance of ERP.
• Assists the Controller and the Director of Finance in other duties as required.

How you fit into the team:

• Report directly to the Director of Finance
• Work closely with Project Managers and other Project Accountant

What you bring to the table:

• Undergraduate degree in business with a specialization in accounting or finance
• 2 years in an accounting role performing full cycle accounting
• Strong time management skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in an environment driven by multiple deadlines
• Highly motivated with attention to detail
• Thoroughly understands accounting concepts and financial statements
• Excellent knowledge of business mathematical calculations
• Has a high level of accuracy working with numbers
• Able to focus, manage time well, prioritize and stay organized
• Able to compose letters, memos, and financial reports
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion and to protect confidential and sensitive information
• Takes responsibility and stands behind their work
• Must respect and cooperate with others and be willing to help when asked
• Proficient in using Excel and Sage

Why work for Fast Epp?

At Fast Epp, we strive to be more than a stereotypical engineering company.  We are also a collection of musicians, volunteers, amateur athletes, artists, parents and community members. We build our workplace culture through frequent socials, in-house soccer and softball teams, relay triathlon teams, weekly group hiking nights, and informal pub nights, to name a few.   Our workdays are flexible and fit with our lives outside of the office. As we continue to grow, we are committed to preserving our “design studio” atmosphere by encouraging our staff to be creative and forward thinking in all that they do.

• Work for an industry leader and contribute to exciting and challenging projects
• We want everyone at Fast Epp to grow as professionals – whether you’re an engineer, drafter, or part of our administrative team. We are continually looking for ways to mentor you inside our company and to support continued learning outside the office, including courses, conferences, exam preparation, and membership in professional organizations. We realize one size does not fit all. At Fast Epp, you’re encouraged to envision a professional development plan that fits your role and career goals – we will do our best to support you in reaching the next milestone. We invest in your professional development, with offered tuition support/assistance.
• Flexible working hours
• Annual company profitability and discretionary bonuses
• Office closure between Christmas New Year’s Day
• Positive and collegial team and working atmosphere with fun social events!
• Extended Health & Dental Plan, Health Spending Account, and RRSP Matching
• Transit subsidy

Salary : $60,000 - $75,000