Position Title:  Jr. Accountant

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

Position Overview

Faster. Smarter. Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. We simple do it better. We are Ontario’s premier utility contractor and are ready to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider.  

Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Finance, the Jr. Accountant will be responsible for providing financial and cost control support for various business units within the Utilities group.

Location: Head Office, Etobicoke                                                    

Key Responsibilities 

• Support job cost analysis and work‑in‑progress (WIP) reporting
• Assist with the month‑end close process including preparation of journal entries for divisional financial statements, elimination entries, recurring entries, and accruals
• Assist with the preparation of monthly management reports including financial statements and supporting schedules
• Complete monthly inter‑company reconciliations and confirmations with other Aecon divisions
• Prepare monthly joint venture billings and perform associated reconciliations
• Post regional and corporate overheads to job cost
• Perform account analysis and prepare working papers and schedules
• Support interim and year‑end audit activities and reporting requirements
• Assist with client reporting
• Support preparation of the business plan and quarterly forecasts including entering and maintaining budgets and forecasts in the accounting system
• Perform reconciliations and variance analysis ensuring accuracy and timely completion
• Build and maintain Excel reporting models used for monthly and quarterly reporting
• Document processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the function
• Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned

Required Knowledge and Experience 

• Related post‑secondary education and actively working toward an accounting designation such as CPA, CGA, CMA, or CA
• Minimum 1 year of construction accounting experience
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills considered a strong asset
• Experience with computerized accounting systems related to project costing with SAP experience preferred
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and tasks in a high‑pressure environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to work with a sense of urgency and shift priorities to accomplish objectives
• Strong time‑management skills with the ability to maintain commitments to internal and external stakeholders
• Clear and effective communication skills with the ability to convey information and clarify requirements both orally and in writing

Salary range: The expected salary for this position is $57,000 - 70,000. Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience and unique skills.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.