Project Accountant

Location: Toronto, ON (On-site)

Language: English, professional written and verbal communication required

About the Opportunity
Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys partnering with project teams to drive financial success? This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative architecture and design firm where you'll play a key role in supporting the financial performance of projects that help shape communities across Canada.

Working closely with Project Managers and the finance team, you'll provide valuable financial insights, oversee project billing and reporting, and help ensure projects remain on track from initiation through closeout. If you thrive in a fast-paced, project-based environment and enjoy balancing analytical thinking with relationship building, this role offers meaningful opportunities to make an impact.

What's In It for You
• Join a collaborative, people-first workplace where teamwork and knowledge sharing are valued.
• Work alongside experienced project and finance professionals who encourage continuous learning and professional growth.
• Gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of complex projects within a creative, professional services environment.
• Be part of a culture that values innovation, accountability, and delivering high-quality work.

Your Responsibilities
• You'll partner with Project Managers to monitor project performance, profitability, budgets, and financial health throughout the project lifecycle.
• You'll prepare client billings, manage accounts receivable, and proactively support collections to maintain healthy cash flow.
• You'll establish and maintain project information within Deltek Vantagepoint, including project setup, fee structures, phases, billing configurations, and change orders.
• You'll prepare Work in Progress (WIP) reports, reconciliations, financial analyses, and monthly reporting to support informed business decisions.
• You'll provide forecasting, budgeting, and profitability analysis while identifying financial risks and opportunities.
• You'll perform bank reconciliations, maintain accurate project documentation, and support project closeouts to ensure financial accuracy and completeness.
• You'll collaborate with internal finance partners to monitor consultant costs, disbursements, and overall project financial performance.

Skills and Qualifications
• 3+ years of progressive project accounting experience, ideally within architecture, engineering, consulting, or another professional services environment.
• Experience managing project billing, accounts receivable, collections, and Work in Progress (WIP) reporting.
• Strong understanding of project financials, including revenue recognition, budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis.
• Experience working with ERP systems, with Deltek Vantagepoint considered a strong asset.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across finance and project teams.

Note from the Hiring Manager
"We're looking for someone who enjoys digging into the details while also building strong relationships with project teams. If you're proactive, collaborative, and take pride in helping projects succeed financially, you'll find plenty of opportunities to make a meaningful contribution."

Why Partner with Altis
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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.