At LRL Engineering, we're not just offering a job, we’re inviting you to help shape the future of a growing firm with deep roots and ambition. With over 40 years in service, we’re combining the strength of our history with a clear vision for the future: smarter growth, empowered leadership, and meaningful community impact.

We are looking for people who want to help shape this future with us!

Here, your ideas matter. You will be part of a collaborative, people-first culture that values credibility, humility, and continuous evolution. We offer a stable yet flexible environment where entrepreneurial thinking is encouraged, and where your personal and professional development is a shared priority.

If you're looking to build something lasting and grow with a firm that’s investing in its people and its future—you’ll find it at LRL.

Key Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day accounting operations and compliance by processing and maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the smooth operations of our accounting functions. Handling a variety of accounting tasks including accounts payables, accounts receivables, collections, project management and assisting with financial reporting.

Accounts Receivable

• Generate and send out customer invoices through BQE in a timely manner

• Record and apply incoming payments (EFT, ACH, cheques, credit card payments etc) to customer accounts accurately

• Reconcile accounts receivable ledger to ensure all payments are accounted for and recorded accurately

• Resolve billing discrepancies and respond to customer inquiries in a professional and timely manner

• Maintain synchronization between BQE and QuickBooks Online (QBO), ensuring data integrity and resolving sync issues

• Assist in maintaining accurate customer records, including contact and billing information

• Assist with collection activities as needed

Project Accounting

• Ensure financial accuracy and compliance throughout the life of a project

• Monitor project budgets and actual expenditures

• Track and analyze project costs to ensure projects remain on budget

• Prepare and issue client invoices based on contract terms and project milestones

• Reconcile project accounts and resolve any discrepancies

• Work closely with project managers and engineers to provide financial support, analysis and reporting

• Identify risks or issues and recommend corrective actions

Additional Duties

• Provide support during month-end and year-end closing processes

• Assist in maintaining general and subsidiary ledgers

• Reconcile bank statements and other financial documents

• Maintain organized financial files and records in compliance with company policies and procedures

• Use accounting software and system to manage data and generate reports

• Provide back up to the Administrative & Financial Assistant

Cross-Training and Flexibility
LRL Associates LTD reserves the right to cross-train employees as needed and expects flexibility in performing any duties for which employees have received training or orientation.

Qualifications

• A degree/certificate in accounting is preferred.

• Minimum of 3 years of billing experience

• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple ongoing projects/tasks

• Proficiency in QuickBooks online and BQE programs

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Teams)

• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and confidentiality

• Effective communication skills (English), both verbal and written

• French is an asset

• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines

• Ability to work independently and as a team member

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

• Experience in engineering, consulting, or construction-related industries

• Familiarity with revenue recognition principles in project-based accounting

• Prior experience handling multi-entity or multi-department billing

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range $50,000 to $55,000 based on experience

• 2 personal days paid

• 4% vacation monies accrual

• Hybrid work setting (2-3 days in office per week)

• Condensed 37.5 hour work week

• Weekly Wednesday lunches in office

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to perform the duties of the job. This shall not be construed as a complete description of all the requirements of the job. Only candidates with a valid work permit to work will be considered. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Accommodation is available upon request.