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About the Role

As a Project Accountant, you’ll play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely accounting for assigned projects. You’ll work closely with Project Managers and Finance leadership to support project setup, billing, reporting, financial analysis and revenue recognition.

Responsibilities

Prepares monthly invoices, budgets and project management reports.
Provides accurate and timely accounting, reporting and project information for assigned projects.
Sets up and maintains projects on an in-house accounting system according to contract terms.
Tracks and inputs budget data for assigned projects.
Prepares, codes and inputs project invoices.
Answers inquiries from staff, vendors or clients, and communicates financial information to project managers.
Maintains accounting files.
Inputs and posts consultant invoices, communicates with consultants and submits their payments for approval.
Reviews project contracts and additional service requests to understand the financial requirements on each project.
Analyzes project cost reports and meets frequently with Finance Management and Project Managers to review status of projects for invoicing, profitability, earnings, and costs.
Understands how projects earn revenue in the accounting system and assists the Business Manager monthly in analyzing and recording monthly project earnings.
May provide accounting support to other staff as needed.
Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting and 2 plus years accounting experience; or an equivalent of education and experience required.
Accounting experience in an architecture firm and/or project accounting experience preferred.
Active Reliability clearance preferred; must be eligible to obtain clearance if necessary.
Travel may be required.
Overtime may be required.

Skills

Knowledge of accounting and finance principles and practices, and the analysis and reporting of financial-related reports.
Advanced knowledge of project accounting concepts and practices.
Ability to oversee multiple large, complex projects.
Ability to provide in-depth financial analysis to Project Managers and other stakeholders.
Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
Proficiency in Deltek VantagePoint or similar project accounting software required.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Location

Toronto
Calgary

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

2 plus years accounting experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
GRSP savings plans
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Accident insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Flexible work schedule
Option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays

About the Company

HOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers who are driven to face the critical challenges of our time.
We are dedicated to improving people's lives, serving our clients and healing the planet.
Together, we cultivate a culture of design excellence at the confluence of art and science, blending the power of creative expression with a clear sense of purpose.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds and individuals with disabilities.
If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.