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Job Title


Senior Accountant


Company : Colas Canada Inc.


Location : Surrey, Metro Vancouver Regional Distr


Created : 2025-12-31


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Terus Construction is an integrated road construction and materials manufacturing company that has built roads in British Columbia and the Yukon Territory for over 30 years through decentralized business centers. Core activities include road construction, asphalt paving, aggregate production, hot mix asphalt, and readymix concrete supply. The Company also serves as general contractor on civil construction projects such as excavation, utilities, concrete placement, sidewalks, and curbs.With more than 800 jobs performed each year across more than 20 decentralized business centerscovering highway rehabilitation, airport construction, industrial, municipal and commercial work, and subdivisionsTerus Construction employs over 550 people locally.About the RoleThe Senior Accountant will support accurate and timely financial reporting, maintain strong internal controls, and provide financial insight to aid operational and management decisionmaking. Reporting to the Subsidiary Controller, the role acts as a key financial liaison between operations and finance, ensuring transactions are properly recorded, analyzed, and reported in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.The Senior Accountant plays a handson role in monthend and yearend close activities, variance analysis, budgeting and forecasting support, and continuous improvement of financial processes. The position requires a strong understanding of operational accounting, the ability to work independently, and effective communication with both financial and nonfinancial stakeholders.Main ResponsibilitiesManage and supervise a team of approximately three accountants, clerks, and admins to achieve the functions KPIs.Manage financial transactions for all Aggregate Production and Sales.Act as the subjectmatter expert for related applications, including JWS and JDE.Ensure all financial transactions related to the Aggregate business units are properly coded, allocated, and consistent with financial reporting and internal controls.Assist in preparation of annual budgets and in analysis of monthly financial statements and other reporting.Understand, monitor, and report on various royalty agreements in place.Lead and reconcile annual inventory counts for all Aggregate sources.Perform ad hoc duties assigned by the Controller as needed.Experience and Knowledge RequiredCPA or working toward CPA designation.Minimum five years of accountancy experience, with at least three years in a Senior Accountant or similar role, ideally within the construction or aggregate industry.Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with strong attention to detail.Effective interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fastpaced environment.Strong work ethic and teamfocused, handson approach.Advanced communication skills (oral, written, and technical).Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).Experienced with JWS Apex, JDE, etc.Transferable SkillsCommunication skillsAnalytical skillsInterpersonal skillsConflict resolution skillsOrganizational skillsFinancial skillsAbilitiesDemonstrate professionalismResults orientedSense of urgency to meet deadlinesDemonstrate initiativeMultitask and set priorities effectivelyHigh energy, strong work ethic, resilience, and versatilityAccomplish goals in a team environmentAttention to detailStrive for excellencePositive cando attitudeFlexible and adaptive to changeThe anticipated salary range for this position is $85,000$100,000 CAD per year. The final compensation package will be determined based on factors including the candidates jobrelated knowledge, skills, and experience.Terus Construction offers competitive benefits, inhouse training, an inclusive work environment, and career advancement opportunities.Must be able to meet all safety requirements, including preemployment drug and alcohol testing.We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their rsum. However, only applicants selected for interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr