Senior Accountant

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In 2012, PME Inc. joined the EllisDon group of companies and currently functions as a self-performing, heavy civil contractor. PME offers a comprehensive range of services, such as Earthworks and Undergrounds, Pipeline, and Railways, and is committed to upholding EllisDon's values of integrity, mutual respect, safety, and quality. 

PME Inc. champions a zero-harm culture, prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility. They exceed regulatory requirements and have a Responsive Modified Work Program to ensure workplace safety. 

They value diversity and inclusion, understanding that different perspectives lead to innovation. We are committed to sustainable and equitable relationships with Indigenous communities, focusing on mutual respect and transparent communication. 

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You as a Senior Accountant will: 

• Serves as a key member of the accounting team
• Ensures accuracy and integrity of financial reporting across multiple entities
• Leverages strong technical expertise and attention to detail
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to provide insights that drive informed business decisions
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations.
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as required by management.
• Stay current with changes in accounting standards, tax regulations, and industry best practices.

Major Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for multiple entities.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to ASPE and internal accounting policies and procedures.
• Audit Support: Coordinate and assist with internal and external audits, ensuring timely completion and proper documentation.
• Controls & Procedures: Maintain and enhance internal controls and accounting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Journal Entries & Working Papers: Review and prepare journal entries and supporting working papers for various entities.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliation: Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations of balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Capital Assets: Maintain various capital asset schedules including large fleet of construction equipment. Book monthly entries for depreciation, new capitalizations, significant repairs, and dispositions.
• Inventory: Assist with the initial and ongoing valuation of inventory for OEM parts, construction consumables, aggregates, other.

Is this the right role for you? 

• You have 3-5 years of experience required, preferably in the construction industry
• Degree/Diploma in a related field, as well as CPA or CPA Candidate (PEP)
• You possess strong knowledge of ASPE and GAAP, financial reporting and analysis, tax compliance (PST, HST, GST, multi-province), audit preparation and support, balance sheet reconciliation and internal controls and process improvement
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas)
• Experience with ERP systems/accounting software (e.g., Explorer)
• Knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)
• You demonstrate strong organizational, interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• You demonstrate the ability to work under pressure with attention to detail and can manage tight deadlines.

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.          

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it! 

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity. 

​Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested. 

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