Senior Project Accountant (12-month contract)

About Talent Edge As trusted Executive & Professional Search partners, Talent Edge brings deep expertise in talent acquisition and advisory across industries. We leverage cutting-edge research and market mapping tools to deliver exceptional candidate matches for our clients. Our talented team prides itself in bringing innovative strategies and a passion for excellence to each and every engagement. About Our Client Svante is a rapidly growing clean energy technology company dedicated to making commercial-scale carbon capture and removal a reality. As a purpose-driven organization, they are committed to accelerating the global transition to carbon neutrality. They are enabling global industries to play offense in the fight against climate change by empowering them with scalable, environmentally responsible carbon capture and removal solutions tailored to the unique challenges of each client. Their growing success reflects not only their commitment to these goals but is also a testament to fostering a fantastic, people-first corporate culture. About This Role As the Senior Project Accountant, you will play a critical role in ensuring the financial integrity and success of complex projects across the organization. Reporting within the finance team, you will be responsible for project invoicing, revenue recognition, contract compliance, and financial reporting, while serving as a key liaison between Finance, Project Management, and external stakeholders. This position combines project accounting, accounts receivable, and financial analysis responsibilities, with a strong focus on government funding programs, partner agreements, and customer contracts. You will manage project financial data within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, oversee invoicing and payment tracking, monitor project costs and revenue recognition, and support monthly reporting, audits, and compliance requirements. This is a hybrid position and employees are expected to work in-office 2-3 days per week. The position is structured as a 12-month contract role and based in Svante's head office located in Burnaby, BC. About the Candidate We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative accounting professional who brings a strong foundation in project accounting, accounts receivable, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate is highly organized, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in delivering accurate, timely work while building positive relationships with both internal stakeholders and external partners. To be successful in this role, you will bring: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with exposure to areas such as accounts receivable, project costing, inventory accounting, revenue accounting, and financial reporting. Experience working with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or a comparable ERP/accounting system. A solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting practices. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality financial records. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. Strong customer service and relationship-building skills when partnering with internal teams, project managers, funding partners, and customers. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other business productivity tools. The ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs in a dynamic environment. A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and a willingness to take ownership of tasks and processes. Compensation & Benefits: Svante believes in rewarding their team with not just competitive pay, but a workplace that supports balance, growth, and wellbeing. This role offers a competitive base salary in the range of CAD $76,800–$105,600. The total rewards package also includes extended health and dental benefits, paid vacation, sick leave, a health or wellness spending account and many other professional and personal development perks. The final offer will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience. Talent Edge and Svante believe in pay equity, fairness, and transparency. Next Steps: If you are interested in this opportunity, please click on the ‘Apply’ button and a member of our team will review your application. Talent Edge and Svante are equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know at [email protected]. All applications are treated with the utmost confidentiality. Your personal information is solely for the purpose of the hiring process and will not be shared or circulated without your consent.

The Senior Project Accountant manages project invoicing, revenue recognition, and financial reporting for complex projects. They serve as a key liaison between Finance, Project Management, and external stakeholders to ensure financial integrity and contract compliance.

Candidates need 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or a similar ERP. Strong skills in project costing, financial reporting, and communication are essential for success in this role.

• Extended Health Benefits • Dental Benefits • Paid Vacation • Sick Leave • Health Or Wellness Spending Account • Professional And Personal Development Perks

• Service à la clientèleSouhaitée

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• Project Accounting
• Accounts Receivable
• Financial Reporting
• Revenue Recognition
• Contract Compliance
• Project Costing
• Inventory Accounting
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Financial Analysis
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Relationship Building
• Customer Service

• Finance & Accounting
• Energy
• Environmental & Sustainability

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Présence au bureau

3 jours par semaine