Project Accountant

SNR Construction, a wholly owned division of Shindico Realty, is hiring a Project Accountant to support our growing pipeline of multifamily, retail, and industrial developments. With over $100 million in approved and funded projects—ranging from façade upgrades to large-scale, non-combustible residential builds—this is your opportunity to join one of Manitoba’s most active and vertically integrated real estate teams.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Project Accountant to take ownership of financial operations across active construction projects. This is a hands-on, detail-driven role that requires deep knowledge of construction accounting and project controls.

You’ll work closely with project managers, estimators, and senior leadership—managing everything from job setup and subcontract administration to progress invoicing, insurance tracking, and cost reporting. Your ability to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timeliness across all project financials will be critical to our continued success.

Key Responsibilities

Project Setup & Administration

• Set up new jobs and establish project budgets in Yardi
• Prepare, issue, and track subcontracts
• Maintain insurance certificates and WCB documentation for all vendors and subcontractors
• Issue and track purchase orders; coordinate procurement logistics

Cost Control & Reporting

• Process budget revisions and maintain accurate job cost data
• Track cash allowances and reconcile unused funds to ownership
• Prepare and process change orders and ensure accurate billing
• Perform final budget reconciliations during project closeout
• Generate quarterly reports, Work-In-Progress (WIP) reports, and cost-to-complete forecasts

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Enter and accurately code invoices for approval
• Manage cheque runs, approval workflow tracking, and issuance
• Prepare monthly invoice templates and progress billings for owners
• Track receivables and follow up to ensure timely payments
• Maintain and update contract tracking sheets

Other Duties

• Manage holdback releases in accordance with Manitoba legislation
• Assist with procurement and logistics documentation
• Update internal procedures, policy manuals, and flowcharts

What You Bring

• Minimum 3 years of construction accounting or project accounting experience
• Proficiency with Yardi (or comparable job cost systems)
• Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, budgets, and cost tracking
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Why Join SNR Construction?

• Be part of a collaborative and dynamic team building major projects across Manitoba
• Work within a vertically integrated company spanning development, construction, brokerage, and property management
• Access to high-value projects and career development opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Please forward resumes to inquire@snrconstruction.ca

We appreciate all applications received; however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.