Junior Accountant | 18-Month Contract

Who we are:
We are an employee-owned general contractor specializing in heavy civil, structural concrete, water works, and ICI projects. We are looking to build on our team and offer exceptional opportunities for career development, training, and growth from within.
We are committed to providing our employees with a positive work environment, work-life balance, and competitive compensation and benefits, including:
Competitive salary - $58k - $65k
Benefit coverage for you and your dependents
Employer RRSP contributions
Employee Share Ownership
Vacation and sick/personal days
Training and professional development opportunities We currently have an opening in Mississauga, ON for a: Junior Accountant – 18-Month Maternity Leave Contract
As a member of the Finance & Administration team, the Junior Accountant will support the day-to-day accounting functions of the organization, with a focus on accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, journal entries, and general accounting activities. This role provides an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to develop their experience within the construction industry. How will you contribute to the team?
To perform this role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
Assist with the day-to-day accounting operations of the company
Prepare daily and weekly cash disbursement summary reports
Perform monthly bank reconciliations
Assist with accounts receivable, including project invoicing, receipts, and account reconciliations
Assists with posting of monthly journal entries, coordinating with the senior accounting team
Assist senior accounting team with information gathering for joint venture invoicing
Actively participate in the monthly cost accrual process
Assist with intercompany transactions and reconciliations between related entities
Assist with project-related accounting and charge-out activities
Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing procedures
Maintain accurate and organized accounting records
Support the Accounting Manager and Finance team with various accounting and administrative tasks
Participates in leveraging the ERP system to streamline processes and procedures
Provide backup support to other members of the Finance & Administration team as required
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned Education and Experience:
University or College degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
1–3 years of accounting experience; experience in the construction industry is considered an asset
Working toward a CPA designation is considered an asset
Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and journal entries
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word
Experience with Viewpoint or another construction ERP/accounting software is considered an asset
Ability to work independently while also being a strong team player Working Conditions:
Normal office conditions with extended periods of concentration on figures and computer screens
Some overtime may be required during month-end and year-end periods
This is an 18-month maternity leave contract position Think you're the right fit?
If you're a motivated accounting professional looking to build your experience in the construction industry and become part of a collaborative Finance & Administration team, we would like to hear from you. Apply today!
We thank all candidates who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodation for applicants upon request in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).