Accountant

PCL Construction - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Construction of Buildings

About the position

The Accountant at PCL Construction plays a crucial role in managing financial transactions and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements for large projects. This position involves performing general accounting functions, preparing financial reports, and supervising entry-level accounting staff, all while contributing to the overall success of the project teams.

Responsibilities

• Performs general accounting and administrative functions to meet contractual requirements for operational and basic accounting for large projects.
• Completes and reviews all financial transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Provides project teams with ad hoc reports and analysis as the need arises.
• Assembles information for internal and external financial reporting requirements.
• Prepares bank deposits, monthly reconciliations, and cash receipt entries.
• Identifies any irregularities or risk exposure and supports the development of a strategy to address them.
• Communicates to project team and accounting management any compliance and project risks and assists with risk mitigation.
• Assembles client billings packages in accordance with contract terms and conditions and ensures timely payment.
• Reviews contracts and interprets trade partner documentation for accounting-related items and assists with project setup procedures.
• Supervises, mentors and coaches entry level accounting staff.

Requirements

• Postsecondary degree or diploma in a related discipline.
• Active pursuit of accounting designation considered an asset.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience in construction or a related industry preferred.
• Advanced understanding of full-cycle accounting and project forecasting and budgeting.
• Intermediate knowledge of government legislation and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Intermediate knowledge of project costing principles, recoveries, insurance, and contract/subcontract requirements as related to accounting.
• Understands and complies with all labor agreements, government legislation, and PCL policies and procedures.
• Intermediate understanding of owner contracts as they relate to payment terms, billing requirements, audit rights, and cost-of-work definition, insurance, and bonding.
• Exhibits strong management skills, with the ability to delegate and coordinate activities and lead and motivate employees.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and experience with accounting software.

Benefits

• Employee share purchase offering
• Discretionary annual performance bonus
• Comprehensive benefits and wellness programs
• Retirement plan plus matching
• Career development programs