Project Accountant

Surrey, BC
Hybrid
Posted Oct 15, 2026
1 position

$75,000–$90,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Office presence: 4 days per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

Manage accounting for a portfolio of construction projects from setup through closeout, including budgets, contracts, progress draws, subcontractor invoices, holdbacks, job costs, and monthly reporting. Partner with Project Managers to address variances and forecasts, coordinate final accounts and holdback releases, and improve project accounting processes.

Job details

Project Accountant – Construction Surrey, BC | $75,000–$90,000 + Profit Sharing MatchBox Consulting Group is excited to partner with a Surrey-based general contractor to recruit a Project Accountant. The company builds commercial and multi-family projects across BC, from complex interiors for national brands and institutional clients to ground-up construction. With 80% of its work coming from repeat clients, it has built a business around lasting relationships and good project delivery. This role offers responsibility for a portfolio of projects, direct access to the Director of Finance, and a close working relationship with the construction team. You’ll manage project accounting from setup through closeout, working alongside another Project Accountant and helping improve processes as the business grows. The Role Set up project budgets, contracts and commitments in Procore and Acumatica. Prepare monthly progress draws and follow up on outstanding payments. Review subcontractor invoices, apply holdbacks and coordinate timely payments. Maintain current WorkSafeBC clearances, insurance and contract documentation. Review job costs and coding, reconcile budgets and prepare monthly cost reports. Work with Project Managers on variances, cost and revenue forecasts, and potential overruns. Manage financial closeout, including final accounts and holdback releases. Contribute to improvements in project accounting procedures and reporting. What You Bring You have five or more years of project accounting experience in commercial construction, ideally with a general contractor, and have managed the accounting for multiple projects. You’re comfortable working directly with project teams, asking questions when the numbers don’t add up and keeping billing and reporting on schedule. You’ll Also Bring Hands-on Procore experience, including commitments, subcontractor invoices, change events and budgets. Working knowledge of construction accounting and BC Builders Lien Act holdback requirements. Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing project deadlines. Clear communication with Project Managers, subcontractors and suppliers. Experience with Acumatica would be an asset. Accounting or finance education would be an asset; progress toward a CPA designation is welcome. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada and available to work from the Surrey office four days per week. What’s Offered $75,000–$90,000 base salary, depending on experience. Company profit sharing and comprehensive benefits. One work-from-home day per week and flexible hours. Support for training, courses and professional development. A close-knit team with regular manager support, staff lunches and an annual retreat. The opportunity to influence how the project accounting function develops. If you know construction accounting and want a role where you can take ownership of your projects and work closely with the people building them, apply through MatchBox Consulting Group. For more current job opportunities, Follow MatchBox at linkedin.com/company/matchbox-recruitment/ _________________________ About MatchBox Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market. Equal Opportunities MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. Work Permits Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered. Further Consideration We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration. Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com

What you’ll do

Requirements

Applicants need at least five years of project accounting experience in commercial construction, ideally with a general contractor, and hands-on Procore experience. They should understand construction accounting and BC Builders Lien Act holdback requirements, manage competing deadlines, and communicate effectively; Acumatica experience and accounting or finance education are assets.