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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in project cost control systems, financial reporting, and construction accounting principles. Proficient in managing accounts receivable, subcontractor payments, and payroll processing while ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Project Cost ControlFinancial ReportingConstruction Accounting PrinciplesJD Edwards ERPAnalytical Skills
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Cost Control SystemsFinancial InsightsInvoicing DocumentationConstruction Software SystemsEquipment Utilization AnalysisProfitability AnalysisChange Order SupportPayroll CoordinationMonth-End Close ActivitiesStatutory Declarations
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeExcelWordOutlook
Industry Keywords
Commercial ConstructionTelecomOperational Cost AccountingConstruction MethodsContractual Compliance
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Implement and manage effective project cost control systems
- Interpret and communicate contractual and commercial terms
- Deliver accurate cost reporting and strategic financial insights to leadership
- Support collective agreement development and execution
- Coordinate invoicing documentation, including statutory declarations and compliance certificates
- Prepare and submit LEM reports, progress billings, invoices, and holdback releases
- Validate third-party invoices and reconcile electronic billing with client systems
- Monitor equipment usage, rental agreements, and subcontractors, ensuring contractual compliance
- Support project managers with change orders, payroll coordination, payment resolution, and month-end journal entries
- Manage accounts receivable, subcontractor payments, payroll processing, equipment time tracking, and accounts payable
- Support month-end close activities and collaborate with management and project teams to ensure data accuracy, timeliness, and completeness
Requirements
What you’ll need- Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in an operational cost accounting role
- Experience within commercial construction, Telecom, or a related industry preferred
- Knowledge of JD Edwards or similar large ERP preferred
- Working knowledge of construction methods
- Financial acumen regarding equipment utilization, rates, equipment capital decisions, and profitability analysis
- Working knowledge of construction accounting principles
- Working knowledge of construction software systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States
Benefits
Comp & perks- Work from home flexibility
- Competitive total rewards package
- Opportunities to develop skills and knowledge
- Adjustments provided throughout the hiring process