Jr Project Accountant

Jr Project Accountant

At Salas OBrien we tell our clients that were engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. Thats why were committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and theyll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas OBrien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrows requirements are todays opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary: Our office in Toronto is looking for a Part-Time Jr. Project Accountant to join our busy Accounting Team.

The Jr. Project Accountant will support billing processes, assist with cost tracking, and maintain accurate financial records. The Jr. Project Accountant will be working in a dynamic environment where attention to detail and accuracy are essential. The ideal candidate will have relevant education and 2-3 years of experience in finance or accounting.

Here are the details of your duties in this role:

- Understand project contract terms and billing requirements to effectively set up new project codes and budgets in the accounting system.

- Prepare draft and final invoices for billable projects

- Review all sub-consultant invoices to proper coding, ensure sub-consultant invoices included on the monthly client billing are posted in a timely manner.

- Assist in processing of employee expenses

- Performs other related duties as required

Qualifications and Experience:

Your Background

- Relevant university degree or college diploma with an accounting focus

- Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, preferably within the engineering/architectural/construction industries.

- Strong time-management skills, the ability to manage priorities and meet tight deadlines.

- Ability to work independently and within a team.

- Strong attention to detail.

- Excellent computer skills, specifically with Excel.

- Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint is an asset but not required.

Location : Toronto, Ontario (North York)

Travel : None

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected hourly rate for this role is $30 to $35 / hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas OBrien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas OBrien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.