BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD
Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi‑trade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With over 100 years of diverse market experience, we are a forward‑thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time.
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald’s Southwest Ontario team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.
The Accounting Manager is located in Stoney Creek and will be responsible for supporting the Regional Controller with executing the accounting and financial plan in accordance with Corporate Policy. This position will provide support to the Southwest Ontario (SWO) Region, including joint ventures as well as National Service functions.
Regional Responsibilities
Complete general ledger journal entries, including Month End and Year End activitiesReview coding on invoices and expense reports for accuracyPrepare financial reporting for OperationsPrepare weekly Service Division Manager report, including Safety & Training StatisticsAssist with updating annual and quarterly budget and forecast templatesOversee tax and government remittancesOversee monthly account reconciliations and bank reconciliationsAssist with general ledger accountability, overhead and recoveries monitoring, expense review and cost control, month end procedures and audit preparedness, including WSIB remittances & auditsAssist Regional Controller with fleet management and accounts receivables dutiesPerform monthly variance analysis (i.e. actual vs. budget)Work jointly with administrators & coordinators to ensure work orders and purchase orders are current and processed as per company policiesReview hourly payroll processed by Payroll AdministratorProcess Salary Payroll for Region, including T4 and T2200 DistributionResponsible for banking activities, including processing EFT’s and Banking filesAssist Controller and Division Managers with ad hoc requestsSupport and mentor AdministratorsOther duties as assigned
Joint Venture Responsibilities
National Service Operations
Generate National Service & National Account reports monthly & quarterly where requiredAssist with Standardizing month-end Service and Best Practice (BPS) proceduresAssist National Service Controller with creating Administrative Training NationallyCOMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
Change OrientationCommunicates EffectivelyContinuous LearningCustomer FocusHolds Self and Others AccountableProblem Solving and InnovationTeamwork and CollaborationValues and Respects OthersEDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Completion of an appropriate degree program (Accounting, Finance) from a recognized University and working towards accounting designationPreference will be given to those with an Accounting DesignationWORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
3-5 years of experience in a similar roleSKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Intermediate knowledge and understanding of:
Strong analytical skillsStrong understanding of full cycle accountingSelf-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work well under pressureStrong and effective written and verbal communication skillsProven interpersonal, organizational, and problem solving skillsStrong technical skills in Excel and WordAbility to work independently and with minimal directionExperience with ERP systems (JD Edwards experience would be an asset)Experience in the construction industry would be an assetBlack & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.