Accounting Manager - Construction

Accounting Manager – North Vancouver / Port Coquitlam Objective Recruiting is partnering with a well-established, family-owned British Columbia construction group to recruit an Accounting Manager. Our client has been operating for more than 50 years and is a leading specialty contractor serving the heavy civil, industrial, marine, and deep foundation construction sectors. The organization consists of multiple operating companies and has built a strong reputation across British Columbia for delivering complex construction projects. Ready to take the next step in your accounting career? This is an opportunity to join a successful and growing construction organization in a key financial leadership position. The Accounting Manager will oversee accounting operations across multiple business entities while supporting senior leadership, operational teams, and continued improvements to financial processes and controls. About the Role Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will provide financial leadership and accounting support across the organization. You will partner with senior management and operational teams to strengthen financial performance, improve processes, maintain effective controls, and support informed business decisions. Key Responsibilities: Accounting and Reporting Oversee accounting operations across five operating entities. Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close procedures. Ensure accurate recording of revenue, costs, payroll, accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and intercompany accounts. Coordinate responsibilities across the accounting team to ensure deadlines are consistently met. Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes across multiple entities. Review payroll accounting and payroll-related reconciliations. Monitor cash requirements across operating entities and construction projects. Ensure timely processing and payment of subcontractors, suppliers, and other vendors. Monitor collections, aged receivables, and customer accounts. Coordinate annual budgeting across all five operating entities. Support the year-end audit, including preparation of working papers, financial analysis, and supporting documentation. Maintain effective accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Ensure compliance with applicable Canadian and British Columbia accounting, tax, and reporting requirements. Leadership Provide leadership and support to the finance and accounting team. Manage, coach, and motivate a team of approximately five staff members. Understand the needs of both finance and construction operations and help strengthen collaboration between the two groups. Support team development through coaching, direction, and hands-on assistance where required. Promote a collaborative, accountable, and continuous-improvement-focused working environment. Operational Support Act as a key accounting resource for operational management. Provide financial support and insight to business leaders across the organization. Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, reporting, and overall financial operations. Recommend and implement new accounting controls and procedures. Prepare and analyze financial and operational reports for key stakeholders as required. Qualifications and Experience CPA designation required. Minimum 3 years of experience supervising accounting staff. Experience working in the construction industry, including exposure to unionized environments. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, including pivot tables. Experience with Acumatica is considered an asset. Valid driver's licence and access to a vehicle. Skills / Abilities / Attributes High personal, professional, and ethical standards. Collaborative, proactive, and results-oriented approach. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and team-management skills. Experience supporting organizational or process change. Strong prioritization, organization, and time-management skills. Compensation Salary: $95,000 - $120,000 per annum The final compensation offered will depend on job-related factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, level of responsibility, and internal compensation considerations. Work Arrangement: Hybrid Work Schedule: This role follows a hybrid schedule, with four days in the office each week, including at least one day in our Port Coquitlam office, and one day working from home. What's in it for you? Competitive Compensation – Competitive base salary, company-paid RRSP contributions, and bonus eligibility Grow Your Career – Professional development, mentorship, and ongoing learning opportunities Flexible Work Schedule – Enjoy a hybrid work arrangement with 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home each week. Time to Recharge – 14 statutory holidays per calendar year Comprehensive Benefits – A competitive benefits program supporting your health and well-being Annual Fitness & Movement Stipend – Supporting your physical health and well-being Connected Culture – cohesive team created through regular team-building sessions Long‑Term Opportunity – Build your future with a proud, BC‑based, family-owned company that invests in its people

The Accounting Manager oversees financial operations across five operating entities, managing close procedures, budgeting, and audits. They provide leadership to a finance team and partner with operational management to improve financial controls and performance.

A CPA designation and at least 3 years of experience supervising accounting staff are required. Candidates must have construction industry experience, including unionized environments, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Company-paid RRSP contributions • Bonus eligibility • Professional development • Mentorship • 14 statutory holidays • Comprehensive health benefits • Annual fitness & movement stipend • Team-building sessions

• Problem solvingPreferred
• Microsoft ExcelPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Financial Leadership
• Accounting Operations
• Month-end Close
• Budgeting
• Internal Controls
• Payroll Accounting
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Financial Reporting
• Team Management
• Coaching
• Process Improvement
• Microsoft Excel
• Acumatica
• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving

• Finance & Accounting
• Construction
• Management & Leadership

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Feb 15, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Office presence

4 days per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level