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Accounting Assistant (12 to 18 Month Temporary Contract) – Burnaby, BC

JRS Engineering (JRS) is an industry-leading engineering firm providing professional consulting services throughout Western Canada. Since 1997, we have remained committed to delivering best-in-class building science solutions that prioritize value, quality, and performance. We work with our clients – developers, architects, building owners, property managers, legal and insurance professionals, industry consultants, manufacturers, and contractors – to deliver technically sound, cost-effective solutions for projects of any size and complexity.

We’re problem-solvers with high standards. We seek to hire those who thrive on collaboration, love technical challenges, and can apply their knowledge to deliver practical solutions that work for our clients.

Our Mission

To lead our profession by consistently delivering high-quality services, maintaining and cultivating our technical knowledge, and valuing our clients’ goals.

Our Corporate Culture

The JRS corporate culture is built on collaboration. Guided by our core values, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes growth through professional development, teamwork, and mentorship. We take pride in celebrating our people, their diversity, and their professional and personal achievements.

Your Opportunity

We have an opportunity for an Accounting Assistant to join us for up to 18 months. This position focuses on ensuring timely and accurate maintenance of Project Invoicing and Accounts Receivable. It’s a great opportunity for someone with two years of accounting or bookkeeping experience looking to continue their career with a high-performing company that values flexibility.

Here’s what you’ll be doing at JRS

Project-Related Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain projects in Deltek
• Prepare monthly billing review reports and collection reports for Project Managers (PMs) in time for billing meetings
• Prepare, issue, and file invoices on a monthly basis; assess interest charges, send collection notices and statements
• Schedule monthly collection meetings with PMs and follow-up with clients on outstanding balances per PM direction
• Respond to staff requests for project, billing information, and collections action items
• Reconcile clients’ overpayments and retainers and prepare refund payments

Other Accounting Responsibilities

• Review employee expense reports for coding according to budget, print them, and deliver reimbursement cheques
• Record client payments to Accounts Receivable and perform bank deposits
• Reconcile Accounts Receivable on a monthly basis and respond to client account inquiries
• Prepare monthly entries for Accounts Payable disbursements and mobility allowances
• Reconcile bank accounts and corporate credit card on a monthly basis and prepare journal entries
• Liaise with insurance provider for customized insurance certificates as per client and PM requests
• Update currency exchange rates on a weekly basis in Deltek
• Scan, file, and maintain Accounts Payable vendor file
• Develop and maintain report templates as required
• Other duties as may be required to assist Accounting team

Here’s what you bring to JRS 

• Two years of accounting/bookkeeping experience ideally gained in a project-based (AEC) environment
• Enrollment in, or partial completion of, CPA Program
• Strong computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Relevant industry and accounting software experience, Deltek Vision or Deltek Vantagepoint experience considered an asset
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• The ability to multi-task, set priorities, and meet deadlines
• A highly detail-oriented approach with a focus on accuracy
• A friendly disposition and customer-service mindset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A commitment to continuous improvement
• A genuine desire to make a valuable contribution and enjoy what you do

Annual salary range – $50,000 to $60,000

Why choose JRS

Our people are the foundation of JRS, and we are committed to fostering an environment where talented professionals can thrive. We build best-in-class careers through tailored professional development plans that support career growth at all levels. Our team members benefit from dedicated mentorship, ongoing training, and continuous growth opportunities within our organization. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture and integrated team approach; at JRS, you will work alongside experts from diverse disciplines, gaining and contributing valuable insights and perspectives.

In addition to our commitment to career excellence, JRS offers a competitive benefits package and prioritizes overall well-being through generous vacation and a range of employee-focused initiatives and programs.