Senior Accountant

Department: Corporate/AdministrativeLocation: Pleasant Grove, UTCompensation: $90,000 - $110,000 / year Description Unmatched Comp Time Policy: Hours worked over 40 in a week are paid at the usual hourly rate or can be banked as additional PTO. At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from companies with values, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we live and work. As a Senior Accountant reporting to the Corporate Controller, you will support corporate accounting through month-end close, financial reporting, and annual financial statement and FAR overhead audits. You will own banking activities and weekly cash flow reporting, perform accounting research and analysis, and manage the employee expense report process, including training reviewers and overseeing accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies. You will also provide coverage for the Corporate Controller’s monthly close responsibilities when they are unavailable. This role requires strong accounting judgment, exceptional attention to detail, and a practical approach to improving processes. What are the core responsibilities for the role? Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and resolution of accounting issuesSupport annual financial statement and FAR overhead audits by preparing organized documentation, researching issues, and responding to auditor requests in coordination with the Corporate ControllerManage banking activities, monitor cash activity, prepare weekly cash flow reports and bank reconciliations, and resolve discrepancies while following established approvals and internal controlsPerform ad hoc reporting, accounting research, and financial analysis; verify source data and communicate findings and recommendations clearlyIdentify and implement process improvements that reduce manual work, strengthen controls, improve accuracy, and help the team meet deadlinesOwn the employee expense report process, including training others to perform reviews and overseeing the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and policy compliance of the end resultHelp employees and reviewers resolve expense questions, clarify documentation requirements, and address recurring issuesMaintain clear procedures and supporting records for accounting processes, audits, and internal reviewsDemonstrate exceptional attention to detail, proactive follow-up, and ownership of assignments through completionManage competing priorities and close deadlines while maintaining accuracyCommunicate clearly and work effectively with employees, accounting colleagues, and auditorsWork independently with sound judgment and recognize when an issue needs to be escalatedOther accounting-related duties as assigned Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA certification is not required but preferredApproximately seven years of progressive accounting experience, including required experience in the architecture and engineering industryHands-on experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or Deltek Vision requiredStrong understanding of general ledger accounting and experience with monthly close, journal entries, and account reconciliationsExperience supporting annual audits, preparing audit documentation, and responding to auditor questionsWorking knowledge of FAR and basic cost allowability principles relevant to architecture and engineering firms and overhead auditsHigh proficiency in Excel and the ability to work accurately and efficiently with complex reports and large datasetsRegular, practical use of AI tools such as ChatGPT to analyze information and improve processes, with sound judgment in validating resultsDemonstrated success implementing accounting process improvementsStrong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills; reliable follow-through and discretion with sensitive information Why would a candidate want this job? At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insuranceGenerous paid time off401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%Professional development opportunities including in-house trainingPaid professional organization membership and professional licensureFor more information, visit our website at www.horrocks.com Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status EEO — All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. We provide fair and equal treatment to all candidates, including reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please email us at Recruiting@horrocks.com and include your name, the job title, and the location of the position you are applying for. Our team will respond as promptly as possible. Pay Transparency The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.