About AEC (Applied Engineering Concepts)

Applied Engineering Concepts (AEC) is a fast-growing company operating across Pasadena, California and Montreal, Canada. The organization specializes in the construction and engineering sector, a stable and continuously active industry that supports long-term growth and operational consistency.

As AEC continues to expand, the company is actively building structure within its finance and accounting functions. This is an exciting time to join a growing organization where processes are evolving, teams are scaling, and new systems and efficiencies are being introduced. AEC operates in a cross-border environment, with strong collaboration between the Canadian and US teams, particularly the Pasadena office.

About the Role

We are seeking a Junior Accountant to join AEC’s growing accounting team. This role focuses primarily on accounts payable support and transactional accounting functions. You will report directly to the Accounting Manager based in Pasadena, California, and work closely with a small but highly collaborative international accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build strong accounting fundamentals in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while gaining exposure to both Canadian and US financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

Support accounts payable processes and daily transactional accounting activities Process and reconcile corporate credit card transactions Perform bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records Assist with invoice processing and AP support functions Maintain and update financial data using Excel Support month-end close activities as required Collaborate with cross-border teams in Canada and the United States Contribute to process improvements and ongoing automation initiatives

What We’re Looking For

Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to learn Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills Comfortable working in a high-volume, transactional environment Strong communication skills and a proactive mindset Ability to work independently while being a strong team player Willingness to support occasional overtime during peak periods

Qualifications

Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Prior experience in accounting, AP, or bookkeeping is an asset Strong proficiency in Excel Experience with Sage is an asset (training will be provided) Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Why Join AEC?

🌎 Exposure to both US and Canadian operations 📈 Join a company in rapid growth mode with ongoing expansion 🏗️ Work within a stable and essential construction & engineering industry 🤖 Be part of a team actively embracing AI and process automation ✈️ Annual company events in Los Angeles (all expenses covered) 🤝 Join a collaborative and close-knit international accounting team

Compensation & Benefits

Overtime eligibility 2 weeks vacation + 5 additional paid days off Annual salary review Health and insurance benefits Retirement savings plan Annual company offsite in Los Angeles (fully covered) 4 to 5 days at the office. Potential hybrid flexibility after ~6 months, based on performance and business needs

Why This Opportunity? This is a strong opportunity for someone looking to build solid accounting fundamentals while gaining exposure to a modern, evolving finance function. AEC offers a unique combination of stability, international exposure, and growth, with a clear direction toward automation and process improvement.