Divisional Controller - Jobs in Edmonton Alberta

Job Description

We are currently looking to add a Divisional Controller to our team.Reporting to the Director, Divisional Accounting, this position is based out of our Edmonton, AB office. This position works closely with the Project Accountants and Project Managers in maintaining project controls and is responsible for budget management, financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards and company policies, performing project analytics and assisting in the month end processes of the company.Responsibilities:Reporting

• Facilitate clear communication between finance and other departments to ensure alignment on financial goals and objectives
• Prepare monthly business unit statements, financial review information and annual business unit budgets and assist business unit managers in the financial planning processes
• Together with management, hold monthly business reviews with each business unit and report to the executive team.
• Provide analysis and support to business unit managers to ensure understanding of business unit statements and financial implications of business decisions
• Perform monthly divisional profit/revenue recognition, develop and analyze monthly cost reporting, and project forecasts
• Maintain tracking of intercompany billings and accruals for internal charges according to corporate accounting standards
• Monitor, review, forecast and reconcile project budgets, holdback accounts, and invoices
• Prepare, organize and review financial documents and records required for internal and external audits, ensuring they are accurate
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and internal policies/controls

Project Life Cycle

• Provide support and oversight on a portfolio of projects with multiple Project Managers across the organization
• Provide expertise to PM #39;s through the financial lifecycle of a project, from setup, monitoring, updating and closing
• Open, create and maintain project #39;s financial structure, revenue, and cost budgets
• Organize and facilitate mid-month PO review meetings with project managers, buyers and receivers in order to maintain accurate open commitments
• Work with project management team to review weekly or bi-weekly job reports by work order from JD Edwards along with analysis of job level indirect costs.
• Organize and facilitate month end cost accrual meetings with the PM, buyer and receivers in order to gather and enter cost accrual information
• Work with PM to update contract value file including all approved change and documentation of all unapproved change being pursued
• Set-up and run job meetings with the Project Manager to review costs and revise forecast
• Prepare margin analysis comments for monthly vs job to date results
• Provide training and support to Project Managers on financial processes and tools

Requirements

• Post-Secondary Diploma in a related field
• Bachelor #39;s or Master’s degree is considered an asset
• 5-7 years progressive experience in the construction industry
• Proven General Accounting experience
• Experience with JD Edwards or SAP is preferred
• Strong Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Advanced experience with Job Costing Management, Project Analytics, and WIP Reporting
• Experience with Job Structure Set-up, Project Forecasting and Budgeting
• Strong understanding of Construction Revenue Recognition principles
• Strong attention to detail to maintain organized financial records and ensure accuracy

BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.About our BusinessValard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere.We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.Learn moreVisit us at www.valard.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.