Senior Accountant

We have been a recognized leader in the construction industry for over four decades, with expertise spanning Interior Trim, Exterior Siding, Cabinetry, and Framing. Our commitment to excellence in craftsmanship and service is at the core of everything we do.

About the Role

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Senior Accountant will take ownership of full-cycle accounting, project accounting, reconciliations, reporting, process improvement, and day-to-day finance support in a busy construction environment. This hands-on role will support project teams, strengthen accounting processes, and help ensure accurate, timely financial operations in a company built on quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Why Join Potvin Construction?

At Potvin Construction, we take pride in our commitment to excellence, integrity, and collaboration. Our reputation for quality craftsmanship is built on the contributions of passionate team members who value continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

We foster a supportive and innovative work culture where every employee is encouraged to contribute ideas and take initiative. Our dedication to professional development, employee well-being, and community involvement makes Potvin Construction a great place to grow your career.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage and support full-cycle accounting, including general ledger, bank reconciliations, fixed assets, prepaids, accruals, accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, job costing, work-in-progress and payroll-related accounting.

· Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, schedules, working papers, financial statement support, and variance analysis against budget and prior-year results.

· Preparation of documents and files for external accountants.

· Oversee project accounting, including project expense tracking, cost controls, billable item capture, progress billing, contract and project billing, and organized project financial documentation.

· Support work-in-progress reporting, project profitability analysis, cash-flow visibility, budgeting, forecasting, and communication of project financial information to management.

· Prepare or support government remittances and compliance filings, including HST, EHT, WSIB, and other required submissions.

· Complete intercompany accounting and reconciliations.

· Backup for payroll process.

· Maintain data accuracy, audit-ready records, confidentiality of financial information, strong internal controls, and documented accounting procedures across systems and records.

· Identify system and process gaps, support continuous improvement, and assist with automation and technology initiatives within the accounting function.

· Support office operations and assist with insurance renewal processes.

· Provide guidance, review, and support to a small accounting team involved in accounts receivable, project creation, and general accounting activities.

Qualifications and Experience

· Minimum of five years of progressive full-cycle accounting experience.

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or an equivalent field is required.

· A CPA designation or enrolment in the CPA program is considered an asset.

· Experience in construction or another project-based environment, including job costing, work-in-progress reporting, progress billing, holdbacks, and project profitability analysis, is considered a strong asset.

· ERP experience is required; experience with project-based accounting systems is an asset.

· Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills are required.

· Experience preparing and filing government remittances, including HST, EHT, and WSIB.

· Strong understanding of reconciliations, month-end close, financial reporting, working papers, internal controls and audit support.

· Demonstrated commitment to maintaining the confidentiality, integrity and accuracy of financial information.

· Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, meet deadlines and take ownership of accounting responsibilities.

· Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with project managers, operations staff, vendors, customers, external accountants and other stakeholders.

· Ability to guide, review, and support a small accounting team, including junior accounting staff, is considered an asset.

· Experience improving accounting processes, strengthening controls, or supporting accounting system improvements is considered an asset.

· Bilingual ability is considered an asset.

What We Offer

· A fair, experience-based salary aligned with the role and responsibilities, salary range $60,000+, based on experience and qualifications

· Comprehensive benefits package (following probationary period)

· Paid time off

· Office closure between Christmas and New Year’s

· Referral bonus program

· Employee discounts with local businesses

· Opportunities for training, growth, and advancement

Work location: Rockland, Ontario; full time on site.

This posting is for a current opening on our team.

AI may be used as part of our resume evaluation process.

Successful applicants may be asked to complete a behavioural assessment as part of our recruitment process.

Potvin Construction values diversity in the workplace and is committed to employment equity. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Potvin Construction will provide accommodation, accessible formats, and communication support for the interview upon request and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Rockland, ON K4K 1J8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 5 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (preferred)

Work Location: In person