<p>We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Project Accountant to join our client in Vancouver, British Columbia. In this Contract position, you will play a key role in managing financial operations related to various projects, ensuring accuracy in accounting, budgeting, and reporting. This hybrid role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to work both onsite and remotely while collaborating with cross-functional teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage accounting, reporting, and financial functions for capital and revenue-based projects.</p><p>• Develop and maintain financial models in Excel for project cost analysis, scenario planning, and ad hoc reporting.</p><p>• Prepare and submit financial claims for Canadian Government R& D funding programs and review related project contracts.</p><p>• Assist in project bids by performing detailed cost reviews and maintaining financial records in NetSuite and Adaptive systems.</p><p>• Collaborate with program managers to optimize resource allocation and ensure accurate project timesheet management.</p><p>• Support business process analysis and improvements related to project operations.</p><p>• Reconcile purchase orders quarterly and update project labour rates and overhead allocations regularly.</p><p>• Oversee subcontractor invoicing, POs, and payment milestone tracking to ensure timely processing.</p><p>• Work closely with the Programs team to update staffing plans, budgets, and cash flow forecasts.</p><p>• Contribute to month-end close processes by preparing inputs for development costs, R& D allocations, and accruals.</p>

<p>• A minimum of 4-5 years of experience in project accounting or related financial roles.</p><p>• Complex Excel spreadsheets that are interlinked (advanced formulas and data analysis).</p><p>• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically about financial processes.</p><p>• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.</p><p>• Familiarity with government R& D funding programs and project-based financial claims.</p><p>• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail when managing multiple projects.</p><p>• Previous experience in a SaaS environment is considered an asset.</p><p>• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.</p>

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