About us:

Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing intelligent solutions to its clients and community.Webber is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices and projects in the United States and Canada. Webber supports a wide range of project models to meet client needs, including traditional design bid build, design build, alternative delivery models and public private partnership (P3) solutions. Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to help optimize building efficiency and quality while solving complex project challenges using field experience, innovative construction methods and BIM technology. As a subsidiary of Ferrovial, Webber has access to a global network of skilled engineers, best-in-class technology and vast resources.

Job Description:

Summary:

The Junior Operational Accountant is part of the Accounting Department and is responsible for the detailed evaluation of project contracts and related documents. In reviewing these documents, the Junior Operational Accountant will identify risk and exposure then communicate these items to appropriate levels within the organization.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze project documents and develop reports for Infrastructure division projects.
• Reconcile remittance information from customers and apply payments in SAP.
• Post accruals based on information from project managers.
• Prepare, distribute, and review financial reports with Project Managers on a monthly basis.
• Generate and distribute ad-hoc reports as requested.
• Log and report information by inputting information into Microsoft Excel. Create documents in Microsoft Word
• Assist with annual audits, providing detailed support as requested.
• Support operations with Insite, AP, and AR
• Maintain an organized work area, filing system, E-mail inbox, and to-do list ensuring that goals and activities are completed on time.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Other unlisted duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work independently.
• An ability to work flexibly and willingness to work extensively to meet business needs.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to take ownership on assignments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience

• Currently working towards a 2+ years diploma in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance.
• Previous experience such as a summer job, internship, or previous co-op placement in a related field or business.
• Experience using SAP or similar ERP.
• Proficiency operating MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Access and MS PowerPoint
• Be able to communicate effectively in English via verbal and written communications.
• Moderate physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities of a primarily administrative nature.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items and work with the fingers.

Working Conditions / Physical Demands

• An ability to work flexibly and willingness to work extensively to meet business needs. High level of attention to detail, initiative, problem solving, personal organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work across a wide array of functions as part of a small, committed team.
• Strong strategic and analytical thinking.
• Will require work inside and outside of the office, to review the contract site and meet with teams, which may occasionally expose this role to outside weather, i.e. wind, snow, rain, walking in/around road/highway areas.
• Will require 50% travel across regions to support multiple projects/teams – company vehicle will be provided to aid in this requirement.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
• Must be able to function and operate typical office equipment (i.e. typing, faxing, writing/reading, scanning, use of office phone)

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Webber Infrastructure Management Canada Limited, a Webber Group Company, is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.