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Finance & Accounting For Non-financial Managers (October 6, 2026)

October 6, 2026 9:30 AM - October 8, 2026 1:30 PM (MDT)

Description


Is Your Company’s Financial Performance Where It Should Be?

In today’s construction environment, strong operations are not enough. To succeed, you need a clear understanding of the numbers behind your business. This practical course helps construction professionals tackle key challenges, including:

· Labour shortages and productivity issues

· High overhead and avoidable costs

· Low profit margins and cash flow struggles

Developed specifically for Canadian construction professionals, this course bridges the gap between financial concepts and day-to-day project execution. Attendance at all 3 half-day sessions earns 4 Gold Seal credits.

Who benefits by attending?

· General contractors and sub-trades, Project managers, Superintendents, Estimators, and Managers who desire a stronger understanding of construction accounting and finance.

· Aspiring business owners looking to turn their skills into a profitable, sustainable business

· Experienced contractors planning to grow by increasing profits and streamlining operations.

You Will Learn How To:

· Read financial reports with confidence

· Understand cash flow and improve liquidity

· Manage project costs and margins in real time

· Recognize risks and protect profitability

· Make better decisions that drive results

Numbers Tell the Story.

Practical, Relevant, Construction-Focused

Real-World Tools You Can Use

· Read financial data and make confident decisions

· Track labour productivity and reduce job site inefficiencies

· Set clear profit targets using simple formulas

· Justify capital purchases through cost-benefit analysis

· Improve billing, collections, and job costing accuracy

· Identify and address overhead excesses

· Avoid cash flow shortfalls through effective forecasting

· Manage risk using insurance, bonding, and internal controls

· Tackle the skilled labour shortage with smart HR policies

· Use KPIs and analytics to measure what matters

· Navigate the accounting cycle and financial statements

· Understand revenue recognition, accruals, and GAAP basics

Immediate Impact on Your Bottom Line

This is not a theory-heavy course. Every module is designed to deliver real-world value that can be applied to your projects and company right away.

About the Instructor

Wayne Newell has over 35 years of experience in financial and operational management across construction, manufacturing, and service sectors in Canada, the U.S., and the Caribbean. A CMA since 1972, Wayne has trained more than 4,000 construction professionals in the past 20+ years. His courses are known for being clear, relevant, and results-focused, helping contractors improve performance and profitability.

EARN RECOGNITION WHILE YOU LEARN:


Upon completing the three engaging half-day sessions, participants will earn 4 Gold Seal Credits, boosting their credentials and signaling their commitment to professional growth. 


 

Course Format  

This course will be delivered in partnership with your local construction association and other associations throughout Canada. As such, you will be participating with industry professionals from many provinces. 

Webcams and a computer/laptop are mandatory. This course involves on-screen interaction with your instructor and classmates, reading/viewing on-screen content like slides or videos, and interacting via typing with questions or responses. For this reason, cell-phones or tablets may not be adequate. 

In order to issue course certificates, attendance will be monitored through Zoom Usage reports which will show all the class attendees and how long they were logged in. 

Please plan to be fully engaged in the class just as you would for attendance in a classroom. 

Access information and the course manual will be provided to you by your association via email in advance of the training. 


Refund Policy: The ECA requires a minimum of 5 business days to qualify for a refund. Cancellations made within 5 business days will be offered to transfer their registration to a future offering. Failure to attend the new date may result in the forfeit of your registration and fees. Please reach out to education@edmca.com for more information.

Time

October 6, 2026 - 9:30 am - 1:30 pm MST 

October 7, 2026 - 9:30 am - 1:30 pm MST 

October 8, 2026 - 9:30 am - 1:30 pm MST

Pricing

Member Pricing  - $549.00 + GST

Non-Member Pricing - $649.00 + GST

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Contact Information

Edmonton Construction Association
Name: Education ECA
Phone: (780) 483-1130
Email: education@edmca.com
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