Introduction

Brunel has an exciting long-term contract opportunity for a Project Accountant supporting our client who is a leading global mining and metals company.

This contract position will work from home with occasional site visits to North America.

What are you going to do

Capital Project Accounting

Monitor and analyze project costs, commitments, accruals, and forecasts.
Review project expenditures for proper accounting treatment, including capital versus operating expense classification.
Assist with asset capitalization models, asset group development, and project closeout activities as required.
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting cycles.
Prepare monthly project financial reports, variance analyses, and management reporting packages.
Support project budget-to-actual reviews and provide explanations for significant variances.
Coordinate with Project Controls and Operations teams to validate project costs and forecasts.

Contractor Payment Administration

Coordinate contractor payment application (PayApp) processing and approval workflows.
Review contractor invoices and payment applications for compliance with contract terms.
Collaborate with Contracts, Procurement, and Project Controls personnel to resolve discrepancies.

Essential skills and knowledge

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
Minimum 3 years of accounting experience.
Experience with project accounting, capital projects, construction accounting, or cost accounting.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Experience working with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting large capital construction or mining projects.
Knowledge of fixed asset accounting and capitalization requirements.
Experience with Aconex, SharePoint, Power BI, or related project management/reporting tools.
CPA, CMA, or progress toward certification preferred.

What we offer

Full-time employees are eligible for benefits. Benefits include medical, dental and vision that will begin on your first day of employment. 401K matching - 50% match, up to 3%.

Closing: 21 August 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: CR-294444

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Corporate recruiter

Sarah Logan

+1 713 333 1024

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.