Project Cost Analyst

Job summary

Reconcile and analyze general ledger accounts for capital projects, prepare monthly entries, and oversee project accounts receivable, accruals, recoveries, and fixed asset records. Analyze work-in-progress schedules, prepare depreciation budgets and forecasts, perform variance analysis, and maintain relationships with stakeholders, suppliers, and project managers.

Job details

A career at TransLink and our family of companies means working with people with a wide range of skills and perspectives, all teaming up towards a common goal: preserving and enhancing the region's world-envied quality of life. Together, we connect the region and enhance its livability by providing a sustainable transit and transportation network, embraced by our communities and people. At TransLink we are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace, recognizing the unique value and skills every individual brings. Looking for a great place to work where your contributions are valued and you can make a difference in a vibrant city? At TransLink, one of BC’s Top Employers, you'll help make Metro Vancouver a better place to live, built on transportation excellence. Put your future in motion! Responsibilities SUMMARY: Reconciles General Ledger (GL) accounts related to capital projects. Monitors, analyzes, and prepares the monthly GL entries for project activity and contribution accounts. Oversees the capital project accounts receivable process. Monitors, analyzes, and prepares accruals and recoveries related to various cost sharing programs and agreements. Maintains and monitors enterprise fixed assets sub-system to ensure the accuracy of transactions affecting fixed assets. Analyzes enterprise work in progress completion schedules and prepares budgets and forecasts for enterprise depreciation. Performs variance analysis for budget versus actuals activity and year-over-year activity. Maintains working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, suppliers and project managers. Performs related duties as assigned, such being items of a minor nature that do not affect the value of the job. Qualifications EDUCATION: Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, together with a Canadian CPA designation or other relevant accounting designation. EXPERIENCE: Requires two (2) years previous experience in a range of accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and account reconciliation in a large, computerized accounting environment, preferably related to project management or construction, utilizing computerized accounting and spreadsheet software, and with responsibility for investigating and resolving discrepancies, organizing own work, and processing a large amount of detailed data. Requires a further period of up to one (1) year in the job to become proficient with TransLink and Engineering and Project Services policies and procedures, as well as the various project and financial systems and software. Other Information Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions. Work Schedule 37.5 hours per week. Work Designation Hybrid This position offers the flexibility of working both on-site and remotely within B.C. Rate of Pay Salary $6,351 - $7,617 per month (Actual salary offered will be commensurate with education, experience and internal parity). The Total Compensation Package includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan. Focus on your development through tuition reimbursement, training, and mentorship programs. Enjoy a variety of health and wellness programs, including access to gym facilities. Speak to us to know more about what we offer. How to Apply Please click the 'Apply' button at the top right corner of the page or go to http://www.translink.ca/careers to apply for this position and view instructions on the process. INSTRUCTIONS: Please save your (1) cover letter, and your (2) resume as one pdf document prior to uploading your application on-line. Closing Date: Open Until Filled Please note that only those short listed will be contacted. Having trouble applying? Please view the System Requirements & FAQ's by going to http://www.translink.ca/careers. Equal Employment Opportunity TransLink is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at jobs@translink.ca.

What you’ll do

Reconcile and analyze general ledger accounts for capital projects, prepare monthly entries, and oversee project accounts receivable, accruals, recoveries, and fixed asset records. Analyze work-in-progress schedules, prepare depreciation budgets and forecasts, perform variance analysis, and maintain relationships with stakeholders, suppliers, and project managers.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and a Canadian CPA designation or another relevant accounting designation. Requires two years of accounting experience, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations in a large computerized environment; project management or construction experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Extended Health
• Dental
• Transit Pass
• Public Service Pension Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Training
• Mentorship Programs
• Health And Wellness Programs
• Access To Gym Facilities

Listed skills

• Accounts receivable · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• General Ledger Reconciliation
• Capital Project Accounting
• Accounts Receivable
• Accruals And Recoveries
• Cost Sharing Programs
• Fixed Asset Accounting
• Work In Progress Analysis
• Depreciation Budgeting And Forecasting
• Variance Analysis
• Budgeting
• Financial Forecasting
• Account Reconciliation
• Discrepancy Investigation
• Computerized Accounting Systems
• Spreadsheet Software
• Stakeholder Relationship Management

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Data & Analytics
• Transportation
• Government & Public Sector

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