Accounting Technician - Real Estate & Construction

Original job posting

The role involves managing the complete accounting cycle, including financial statements, payroll, and tax compliance. It also requires rigorous project cost monitoring and collaboration with project managers to ensure optimal financial management of construction sites.

Job details

About GD LEAD The GD Lead Group brings together six companies specializing in the development, construction, management, and leasing of real estate projects across Quebec. The group also includes a daycare division, with five facilities welcoming more than 400 children daily. Our diverse sector offers our accounting team excellent growth opportunities based on their interests. Your responsibilities As an accounting technician, you will participate in the company's comprehensive accounting management. Your main tasks will include: Completing the complete accounting cycle: bank reconciliations, journal entries, DAS, taxes, payroll/HR Preparing monthly financial statements and monitoring ongoing projects Managing supplier invoices and payments Rigorous project cost monitoring: purchase orders, invoices, extras, actual cost vs. budget comparison Collaboration with project managers for optimal financial management of construction sites Updating management reports Preparation of year-end reports for auditors Required Profile DEC in accounting or equivalent training 3 to 5 years of relevant experience, ideally in commercial construction Excellent analytical skills, autonomy, rigor, and attention to detail Ability to work in a team and manage multiple projects simultaneously Strengths Construction experience Property management experience What we offer Competitive salary, commensurate with experience Flexible schedule Stimulating work environment Opportunities for advancement within a growing company Passionate, collaborative, and committed team

What you’ll do

The role involves managing the complete accounting cycle, including financial statements, payroll, and tax compliance. It also requires rigorous project cost monitoring and collaboration with project managers to ensure optimal financial management of construction sites.

Requirements

Candidates must have a DEC in accounting or equivalent training with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in commercial construction. Strong analytical skills, autonomy, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously are required.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Flexible Schedule
• Opportunities For Advancement

Listed skills

• Payroll · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Full Accounting Cycle
• Bank Reconciliations
• Financial Statements
• Payroll
• Project Cost Monitoring
• Budget Comparison
• Year-end Reporting
• Analytical Skills
• Commercial Construction Accounting
• Property Management

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Construction
• Sales