Bookkeeper – Ottawa, ON (Onsite)

 

We are helping our construction client in the search for a Bookkeeper. The Bookkeeper will oversee financial and administrative aspects of construction projects, including accounts payable/receivable, job costing, payroll, and financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with solid bookkeeping experience in construction who is looking for long-term growth, with potential to advance. This is a full time permanent position. This role is fully onsite (Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm) based in Ottawa, ON.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable and receivable, including progress billing, holdbacks, and vendor/subcontractor payments.
• Prepare and process client invoicing, collections, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Track project costs (labour, materials, equipment), monitor budgets, and report on profitability.
• Process payroll and union remittances, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax filings.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and reports (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Reconcile credit card statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and remit HST, sales tax, and other government filings on time.
• Maintain accurate and organized records for audits and compliance purposes.
• Support the CFO and accounting team with daily financial operations.
• Perform general administrative tasks as needed to support office operations.

 

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, with direct exposure to construction project accounting.
• Strong understanding of progress billing, holdbacks, and construction contracts is essential.
• Proficiency with accounting software (Jonas preferred; Sage or QuickBooks Desktop/Online also considered an asset).
• Intercompany accounting experience is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience in a construction or industrial environment is an asset.
• Skilled in Microsoft Excel and the full MS Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities to manage multiple projects.
• Effective communicator, comfortable working with project managers, clients, and vendors.
• Willingness to ask questions, collaborate, and contribute to process improvements.

 

Education

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business (or equivalent experience).

 

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with Jonas Construction software.
• Exposure to surface-level financial analysis.

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.