Junior Project Accountant

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration. The MDA Space team of more than 3,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and knowledge to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.

We’re on the hunt for a Junior Project Accountant on our Finance Department team at our Richmond office.

Our mission is to turn data into insight. From detecting changes in fragile ecosystems to monitoring northern ice floes and shipping routes, our near-real time data of Earth observation and the environment makes our Geointelligence team a leader in geospatial imagery, ground stations, enterprise geospatial systems and defence programs.

Role:

• As our Junior Project Accountant, you will be reporting to the Operations Accountant, provide financial and administrative support to Project Managers or senior Project Accountants, working with a portfolio of projects ranging in size, revenue, and complexity. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in financial analysis, operations or cost accounting in a complex project environment. Preference will be given to candidate who completed post-secondary education in Business Administration or Commerce and ideally is working towards a professional accounting designation.

Responsibilities:

• Generate accurate and timely project budgets for Project Manager/Business Area/Corporate approval

• Generate fiscal performance forecasts for both existing projects and assigned planning projects for annual budget and half year formal update
• Provide forecasts for gross revenue, contribution, and cash flow on a monthly basis
• Produce monthly reports including Cost Trend, A/R, milestone status, updates to the fiscal budget, etc.
• Maintain and reconcile project cost reports Co-ordinate invoicing and billing schedules
• Assist Project Managers in the preparation of the project plan, progress reports, etc.
• Co-ordinate with Project Managers and Finance/Contracts departments to ensure all financial instruments are up-to-date and reflect project requirements
• Responsible for project invoicing (A/P) and billing (A/R)Track, in detail, all commitments, purchases and outstanding items and arranges shipping/customs details and documentation
• Business-related university degree, or one year of related experience
• Experience with cost accounting an asset
• Minimum intermediate level computer skills including proficiency with spreadsheets
• Strong verbal and written communications
• High level of professionalism, initiative and creativity
• Problem solving/lateral thinking skills
• Excellent time management and prioritization and able to manage pressure and meet deadlines

Special Considerations

• Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGPO)

 

Equal opportunity statement:

MDA is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.

Salary:

The compensation range for this position is $41,000 - $45,000 annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate

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