Job Cost Accountant

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers’ greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Job Cost Accountant is a position that facilitates the accounting structure for the Asphalt/Pave Construction group. They are responsible for providing support to the GVA Construction, Pave and Infrastructure Operations and Estimating teams, while administering project accounting on a continual basis. The position will report to the General Manager and Finance Manager and also act as a resource for the administrative accounting staff. The Job Cost Accountant contributes to organizational excellence by continually promoting a culture of agility, collaboration and empowerment (ACE) enabling continuous improvement.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Effectively develops goals and objectives to implement actions, track performance and continuously look for opportunities for improvement.
• Produces timely and accurate invoices and reports through careful attention to detail, and improvements to information processing.
• Monitors job activity through SAP and Track to ensure all revenue is being captured.
• Estimated versus Actual Cost analysis by job.
• Reviews job cost summaries with operations to identify and rectify any discrepancies.
• Acts as a coordinator between Credit, Operations, Estimating, and Management to provide customer with timely and accurate invoices and resolutions to problems.
• Ensure job performance is accurately reported on a regular basis; through preparation of worksheets and journal voucher entry, cost allocations, revenue and cost accruals, and other journal entries as required.
• Provides support for the General Manager, Credit Department, and the Accounting, Operations, and Estimating teams.
• Directly reports to the Controller and General Manager.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education: Post-secondary diploma or degree.
Additional Education Preferred: Minimum 3rd level CMA/CGA Student or Higher.
Field of Study Preferred: Accounting or related field.
Required Work Experience: Minimum 2 years of Job Costing Experience.
Required Training/Certifications: N/A
Required Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Travel Requirements: 0-10%

Additional Requirements:

• Drive for Results.
• Detail Oriented.
• Time management.
• Task Prioritization.
• Customer Focus.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependents.
• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life.
• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning.
• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges.
• Easy access to mental health and well-being support.
• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions.
• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services.
• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities.
• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits.
• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job where applicable.

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.

YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE
At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.