Project Accountant

Stretch Construction provides full-service construction management services for the commercial industry. Stretch was born out of a need to provide premium, quality products and service to our industry. We have worked hard to set ourselves apart through quality and innovation, along with an unparalleled emphasis on accountability and straightforwardness.

We are a team whose personal ethics are deeply grounded in family, community and doing the right thing, we know relationships are everything. As a result, we are able to build amazing solutions for our clients, who know they can count on us to deliver honest, integrity-driven, quality results on time, every time.

As a Project Accountant, you will be responsible for managing accounts payable and receivable, for multiple construction projects, under the direct supervision of the Controller. You will function as a key point of contact between subcontractors, project managers and the Controller and will have responsibility to ensure that all commitments are accurately invoiced, each month, in accordance with relevant laws, statutes, and regulations.

This role requires excellent organizational skills, basic contract & financial process knowledge, and a general knowledge of the construction industry.

Responsibilities
•  Tracking all project related expenses, ensuring that supporting documentation is complete and accurate, while also being validated by the site and project management personnel.
•  Gathering and entering project related invoices, including attachment of supporting 
documentation.
•  Pulling WorkSafe BC clearance letters, gathering and reviewing statutory declarations, and 
gathering packing slips and delivery tickets from the site team.
•  Closed-loop follow-up correspondence with subcontractors, material suppliers, and equipment providers when invoicing does not align with commitments, schedules of values, work completed, or services provided.
•  Support the Project Manager(s) during subcontract substantial performance, ensuring  appropriate forms have been completed and posted, as defined in the BC Lien Legislation.
•  Advise the Project Manager(s) and Controller of any instance where invoicing does not appear to align with the commitment, exceeds work-in-place, etcetera.
•  Document and monitor release of lien holdback, process and hold invoices, etcetera, in tandem with the Controller.

Note: The responsibilities listed above are general in nature and subject to change based on 
project-specific needs.

If you are a dedicated and proactive individual with a passion for construction and finance, we invite you to join our team at Stretch Construction 2023 Ltd. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience to be considered for this exciting opportunity.