Accounting Clerk - Toronto, Canada - Astaldi Canada

Description

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Please note:
This role is scheduled to start in January 2024._


About the Job
NGE Canada is an affiliate of the NGE Group, a leading construction company based in France.

As NGE expands its presence internationally, NGE Canada is looking for a qualified Subcontract Administrator to join our RSSOM Project Team.

You will be part of an international team, composed mainly of engineers and construction employees, able to meet the expectations of the local and international markets.

We are growing fast in Canada and we need you


About the Project

The Rolling Stock, Systems, Operations and Maintenance (RSSOM) project is one of many contracts to deliver the Ontario Line, a 15.6-kilometre stand-alone rapid transit line that will connect the Ontario Science Centre to Exhibition/Ontario Place.

Project Benefits

• Faster, more frequent and reliable access to rapid transit with more than 227,500 people will live within a 10minute walk of an Ontario Line station
• Improve the quality of life for commuters by reducing daily travel time
• Reduce crowding on the existing Line 1 (Yonge-University) subway
• Up to 57,000 more jobs accessible by transit (in 45 minutes or less) for Toronto residents
• Economic and community growth along the future transit line and thousands of job opportunities annually during construction
• Reduction in traffic congestion, greenhouse gases and fuel consumption by providing an alternative transportation option

The Role
The Accounting Clerk will be responsible for providing support for accounting functions and accounting


Role and Responsibilities

• Assist the Accounts Payable as well as Finance & Administration Manager on site in preparing monthly reports for owner/consultant and internal reporting
• Read and understand project related contracts and subcontractor documentation to ensure project set up procedures are aligned with contract terms and conditions
• Assist with collection, and reconciliation; seek approval and process all project related subcontractor payments, general expenditures, internal hourly payroll costing allocations and all other financial transactions in a timely and accurate manner to meet all contract payment terms
• Assist with assembling client billing packages in accordance with approval procedures and processes to ensure client is in receipt of billings on a timely basis and payments are received as per contract terms and conditions
• Help ensure accurate and timely cash flow data, both current and forecasted as compared to projected cash flow assumed in the financial model (as applicable to the project)
• Assist in accounting periodend entries and maintain the accounting records in accordance with policies and controls including preparation of relevant reconciliations
• Provide support and justification for audit requests
• Assist in documentation including insurance, bonding, sub guard, WSIB and stat declarations are received and in place prior to the commencement of work
• Collaborate with crossfunctional groups when required

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Undergraduate degree or diploma, including specialized courses in accounting
• Strong MS Office skills in Excel, Word, Outlook Strong analytical skills with attention to detail, results oriented
• 35 years of experience in accounting
• Highly accurate in preparing and entering financial information
• Knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable would be an asset.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles, including maintenance of ledgers, cash flows, budgeting and forecasting
• Active pursuit of an accounting designation is considered an asset
• Experience with standard contract terms and how they are applied to the billing process;
• Proficient in the English language in speaking, reading and writing.

Preferred Skills

• Possess superior organization skills and a sense of urgency;
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Work well independently and in a team environment;
• Demonstrate ability to work in a multitasked, fastpaced and changing environment;
• Experience with standard contract terms and how they are applied to the billing process;
• Strong prioritization skills and ability to manage a high volume of competing requests;
• We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Should you require accommodations during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment Team know._

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• What is your salary expectations?

Work Location:
In person