<p>Our client is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented <strong>Cost Accountant</strong> to join their finance team. This role involves managing the financial aspects of various projects from acquisition through to completion, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, compliance, and financial best practices. As a key team member, you will work collaboratively with project managers and stakeholders to ensure the financial health of the organization.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee vendor setup and manage payment schedules, ensuring the timely and accurate processing of subcontractor payments, expenditures, and payroll allocations.</li><li>Track and monitor project-related costs, including subcontracts, materials, and labor, utilizing automated accounting software effectively.</li><li>Analyze construction contracts to ensure project setups align with contractual terms and oversee budgets, change orders, and budget transfers.</li><li>Reconcile job costs with supporting documentation and prepare detailed project reports for review.</li><li>Collaborate with project managers to establish and update cost structures, maintaining precise financial records across budgets, invoices, and purchase orders.</li><li>Prepare and submit construction draw requests to financial institutions and stakeholders, ensuring all costs are billed accurately and promptly.</li><li>Maintain and forecast cash flow data, offering insights into discrepancies and assessing potential cost impacts on profitability.</li><li>Oversee grant reporting, tracking, and administration, ensuring compliance with relevant guidelines.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of monthly financial projections and specialized reports as required.</li></ul>
<p>Are you an experienced accounting professional looking for an opportunity to lead and grow within a dynamic and growing company? Our client specializes in custom design, manufacture, and assembly of of projects throughout North America and expanding the team by hiring a Controller. <strong>Note that this role is 100% onsite until the new Controller is able to effectly perform the position in a hybrid capacity.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>As the Controller, you will report to the COO and take ownership of the organization's financial operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while supporting business goals. You will be an integral part of the leadership team and collaborate with other departments including Operations, Production, Project Management and Supply Chain/Procurement.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Leadership & Oversight: </strong>Provide direction for daily accounting processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and the general ledger.</li><li><strong>Financial Reporting:</strong> Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.</li><li><strong>Internal Controls: </strong>Maintain internal financial safeguards, oversee budgets, track costs, and monitor expenditures.</li><li><strong>Cash Flow Management: </strong>Drive forecasting and cash flow planning in collaboration with organizational leadership.</li><li><strong>Audit Readiness: </strong>Coordinate the annual audit process and serve as the primary liaison for external auditors.</li><li><strong>Compliance:</strong> Ensure adherence to all financial, tax, and regulatory reporting requirements.</li><li><strong>Process Improvement: </strong>Lead initiatives to optimize accounting processes and systems for greater efficiency.</li><li><strong>Inventory Management:</strong> Support cost tracking and analysis for inventory control.</li><li><strong>Project Support:</strong> Provide financial expertise related to cost control, job costing, and billing for project management teams.</li><li><strong>Team Development: </strong>Supervise, train, and mentor junior accounting staff, fostering a high-performance team-oriented culture.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Join a dynamic and growing organization that plays an essential role in building infrastructure and supporting local industries, all while championing sustainability and innovation. Our client operates in a fast-paced environment that requires precision, reliability, and teamwork as core values. They are looking to expand their accounting team with a motivated professional who shares a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>Role Summary:</p><p>As a General Accountant, you will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial data, managing day-to-day accounting tasks, and contributing to the financial well-being of the company. You will work closely with the internal teams to streamline reporting processes, support compliance initiatives, and provide valuable insights to guide decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Full-Cycle Accounting: Handle general ledger maintenance, prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and ensure accurate financial records.</li><li>Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting principles.</li><li>Accounts Payable & Receivable: Oversee timely processing of invoices and vendor payments while managing collections and customer accounts.</li><li>Budget & Forecast: Support the preparation and analysis of budgets and financial forecasts to ensure alignment with strategic priorities.</li><li>Compliance & Audit: Ensure adherence to internal controls, comply with applicable regulations, and assist auditors during annual reviews.</li><li>Inventory and Fixed Assets: Manage tracking and reporting for inventory and fixed assets, including depreciation schedules for equipment, tools, and vehicles.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>The Payroll Supervisor is responsible for overseeing payroll operations for a unionized workforce of 1,400 employees. Utilizing Meditech payroll software, this role ensures the accurate and timely processing of payroll, maintains compliance with applicable regulations, and completes all related month-end and year-end reporting tasks. The Payroll Supervisor also manages annual reporting requirements, reconciliation processes, and coordinates staff scheduling. This is a leadership role requiring exceptional organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise and oversee the end-to-end payroll processing for a unionized workforce of 1,400 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with collective agreements and legal requirements.</li><li>Utilize Meditech software for payroll operations, troubleshooting issues as they arise and optimizing system functionality.</li><li>Manage and execute month-end and year-end payroll processes, including the preparation and submission of reports.</li><li>Prepare and distribute annual payroll-related documentation, including T4s, T4As, NR4s, and T2200s, in compliance with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) requirements.</li><li>Perform reconciliations and submissions for government and regulatory requirements such as WSIB, EHT, and HOOPP Member Data Collection (MDC).</li><li>Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including the Employment Standards Act (ESA) and other relevant legislation.</li><li>Coordinate and maintain accurate staff scheduling records, ensuring alignment with union agreements and organizational policies.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Finance teams on payroll-related matters, providing guidance and support as needed.</li><li>Supervise the payroll team, providing mentorship, training, and performance management to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness.</li><li>Stay updated on payroll regulations, collective bargaining agreements, and industry best practices to ensure compliance and process optimization.</li></ul><p><br></p>
