Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Full-Time | Permanent | $75,000–$90,000/year

At Horizon Contracting Group, we believe strong financial operations are the foundation of a strong business. We’re looking for a detail-oriented and collaborative Senior Accountant to join our growing Finance team and help support the continued growth of our operations.

Working closely with the VP of Finance and Intermediate Controller, this role plays a key part in maintaining the integrity of our financial reporting, supporting month-end processes, and ensuring accuracy across multiple entities and systems.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem-solving, and take pride in producing accurate, meaningful financial information, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

Financial Operations

• Support monthly and quarterly close processes
• Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy
• Assist with payroll backup coverage as required
• Support reconciliations and financial reporting activities

Capital & Equipment Accounting

• Maintain fleet and equipment records within the ERP system
• Process amortization entries and reconcile to the General Ledger
• Manage loan and lease schedules for equipment acquisitions and disposals
• Review invoices for proper capital vs. expense treatment

Reporting, Analysis & Compliance

• Complete GST/PST filings and reconciliations
• Reconcile A/R, A/P, and intercompany accounts
• Assist with prepaid expenses, accrued liabilities, and overhead reallocations
• Identify coding discrepancies impacting cost reporting accuracy
• Support annual reviews and audit preparation

Continuous Improvement

• Support process improvements and evolving accounting functions as the organization grows
• Assist with future construction accounting processes including WIP schedules, holdbacks, and job costing support

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA designation or active pursuit strongly preferred
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience
  (construction, contracting, or project-based industries preferred)
• Strong understanding of ASPE, GAAP, reconciliations, and month-end close processes
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems; Spectrum experience is an asset
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Compensation & Benefits

• $75,000–$90,000 annual salary based on experience
• Discretionary bonus based on company performance and goal completion
• 20 days paid time off (15 vacation + 5 sick days)
• Extended health, dental and vision after 90 days
• RRSP matching after 1 year
• Company laptop provided

Work Environment

This role is based primarily in an office environment and requires extended computer use, along with occasional lifting and movement throughout the office.

Our Core Values

Embrace the Challenge We take on complex work and push for better
Lead with Care We support our people and build strong relationships
Own Our Actions We take responsibility and deliver results
Strongest Together We succeed as a team

The Horizon Journey

At Horizon, we believe in promoting from within and creating opportunities for long-term career growth. This role offers the opportunity to develop alongside a growing organization while making a meaningful impact on our finance operations and future success.

Build your future. From the ground up.