Senior Project Accountant
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 31, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 30, 2026. Ledcor scores B on the Alion truth index.
In this role, you'll take ownership of a broad range of project accounting responsibilities, including accounts receivable, subcontract administration, payroll, equipment time entry, accounts payable, month-end activities, financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis. You'll collaborate with project teams to ensure data is accurate, complete, and actionable, while helping identify trends, risks, and opportunities that contribute to project success.
We're looking for a proactive and driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong relationships, and is committed to continuous improvement. You have a forward-thinking mindset, take pride in delivering high-quality work, and are motivated to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the business.
Join Ledcor's Financial Operations team in Edmonton or Fort McMurray, AB by applying today!
Essential responsibilities:
- Analyze project costs and provide insights to support strategic decision-making
- Implement and maintain cost control systems to ensure projects stay within budget
- Comprehend and communicate key commercial terms of project contracts to all relevant parties
- Effectively report project financials and interpretations to leadership for decision-making
- Contribute to the development and implementation of collective agreements affecting project costs
- Collect and submit necessary documentation (e.g., statutory declarations, WCB clearance letters) for invoicing
- Prepare and submit Letters of Engagement/Monthly Invoices (LEMs) to clients in accordance with the terms
- Gather third-party invoices to support accurate and timely client billing
- Prepare and submit monthly equipment rental billings, progress invoices, and manage holdback releases
- Process and reconcile electronic billing submissions, ensuring alignment with client billing systems
Qualifications:
- The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role
- Must have a post-secondary business degree
- Must have Experience within Oil & Gas, Energy & Petrochemical or a related industry is preferred
- Must have knowledge of JD Edwards or similar large ERP is preferred
- Working knowledge of construction methods
- Financial acumen regarding equipment utilization, rates, equipment capital decisions, and profitability analysis
- Working knowledge of construction accounting principles
- Working knowledge of construction software systems
- Strong analytical skills and problem solving
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Work Conditions:
- This is primarily a site based position in Edmonton or Fort McMurray, with an inclusion of a hybrid opportunity provided depending on business needs
Additional Information
The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes.Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.
Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.
Employment Equity
At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.
Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.
Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.