Project & Billing Accountant

Here at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our 20,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all of our sectors which, in North America include Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

Mott MacDonald offices in Toronto and Vancouver are seeking a Project & Billing Accountant to join the team. 
 

Reporting to the invoicing lead, you will be supporting the project accounts manager and unit accountant, who is responsible for optimizing financial management at unit level. You will produce timely billing, assist with rate cards and investigate project cost and invoicing queries, You will also assist in the maintenance of the timesheet system and facilitate the processing of purchase invoices. 
 

Job responsibilities include:  

• Primarily working with Project Managers and clients for a professional services firm specializing in consulting engineering with the clients being both public and private  

• Produce accurate and timely billing and cost control reports for projects while interacting with clients and colleagues throughout our Company  

• Invoicing and gather full knowledge and understanding of the financial requirements of our contracts.   

• Processing of purchase orders as required. 

• Request payments to subconsultants. 

• Involved in collections to ensure positive cash flow. 

• Gathering supporting documentation, checking the information for accuracy, following a standard or client specific invoicing format and following up with Project Managers and clients  

• Working alongside project managers to produce other project accounting data on an as needed basis  

• Provide additional support with administrative duties as needed 
    

Mott MacDonald specializes in innovative engineering solutions for various projects in multiple sectors. This ideal candidate for this position will have the following qualifications and skills:  
  

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience preferred   

• 3-5 years of prior experience working in billing or project accounting experience preferred  

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel  

• Must be well-versed in Microsoft Office Suite  

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills  

• Must have outstanding time management skills  

• Can meet deadlines as various invoices have different due dates each month  

• Be a team player and work well with others  

• Occasional travel may be required 

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you! 
 

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.
 

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Mott MacDonald Canada Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. 
 

In compliance with the B.C. Pay Transparency Act, the expected salary range is from $75,000 - 95,000.
Multiple factors such as qualifications, overall experience and position responsibilities will be used to determine the successful candidate's actual salary within the expected range.
 

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

More about Mott MacDonald

We’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy.

Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.

A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.

Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence