A Canadian-based organization is seeking a Development Accountant to join its finance team. This position combines day-to-day accounting with project support, making it an excellent fit for someone who enjoys working across both routine reporting and evolving initiatives.
About the Role
Reporting to senior finance leaders, you will oversee project accounting, forecasting, and reporting. The position is highly cross-functional, providing the chance to work closely with colleagues in both finance and operations to ensure accurate information and strong decision support.
What You'll Do
- Manage and reconcile project budgets, expenses, and cost tracking
- Prepare cash flow forecasts, reforecasts, and financial variance analyses
- Provide inputs to planning and project modeling activities
- Complete journal entries, reconciliations, and recurring month-end deliverables
- Support audit preparation and assist with compliance requirements
- Participate in ad-hoc projects, financial analysis, and process improvements
- Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or progress toward designation is an asset
- 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally with exposure to project-based or asset-focused work
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and explain findings
- Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with accounting systems
- Effective communicator with strong attention to detail and organizational skills
This is an opportunity to join a team that values collaboration, adaptability, and professional growth. You'll gain exposure to diverse projects, sharpen your technical expertise, and contribute to work that has a direct impact on the organization's success.
