Project Accountant - Finance

Reporting to the Manager of Accounting, the Project Accountant is responsible for the creation and maintenance of financial and progress reporting including income statements, balance sheets, and other ad hoc reports used by both internal and external stakeholders. The incumbent reviews budgets and prepares financial reporting and forecasting for various users, including project managers, Shared Health leadership, as well as to our external funders. The incumbent will work closely with the project management team in order to formulate cashflow need projections, accurate financial information, and complete accounting project statements. This will include working with project managers and external consultants to estimate progress and establish accruals in advance of invoice receipt. The incumbent will create financial reports which may include importing and processing of data from external sources into the general ledger including the manipulation of source data where necessary.

• Minimum 3 years’ experience within the last 5 years in a computerized accounting environment, preferably within a large, complex organization (hospital or equivalent).
• 2-5 years’ experience in project tracking/accounting, or similar.
• Particular knowledge of construction projects is essential.
• Experience in budget processing is an asset.
• Experience in SAP is an asset.

• Completion of high school education, Manitoba standards required.
• Must have or be in the process of achieving a CPA designation.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Not Applicable

• Exceptional ability to prepare project budgets, financial forecasts, and progress reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in managing general ledgers, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Must have excellent computer skills and technical aptitude and be comfortable with complex accounting transactions and systems including data manipulation and interchange.
• Must have excellent communication skills (oral and written) in the English language.
• Must have the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability and aptitude for recognizing, investigating, and analyzing complex problems and recommending solutions.
• Ability to plan, schedule, and complete work in a clear, concise, accurate and timely manner in order to meet changing deadlines.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with staff at all levels.
• The provincial health system in Manitoba has adopted the LEADS in a Caring Environment framework.

Not Applicable