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Intermediate Controller
Top Benefits
About the role
At Horizon Contracting Group, we believe strong financial leadership drives strong operational performance. We’re looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Intermediate Controller to join our Finance team and help lead the financial operations of a growing, multi-entity organization.
Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, this role owns the month-end and quarter-end close process while delivering meaningful financial reporting, analysis, and process improvements that support strategic decision-making across the business.
We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical accounting expertise with curiosity, initiative, and a genuine interest in automation, systems, and the future of finance.
What You’ll Do
Financial Reporting & Period-End Close
- Lead monthly and quarterly close processes across multiple entities
- Review reconciliations and maintain general ledger integrity
- Prepare financial statements, management reports, and variance analysis
- Execute consolidation entries and support reporting accuracy across all entities
- Maintain and improve close schedules, reporting workflows, and accounting processes
Financial Analysis & Budgeting
- Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes
- Perform budget vs. actual analysis and investigate variances
- Prepare financial models and operational reporting for leadership
- Monitor overhead allocations, equipment costs, and capital expenditures
- Maintain weekly cash flow forecasting
Compliance & Controls
- Support lender reporting, covenant calculations, and surety reporting
- Maintain tax schedules and support regulatory filings
- Assist with internal controls, policy improvements, and process documentation
- Maintain chart of accounts consistency across entities
Automation & Process Improvement
- Lead finance automation and AI initiatives from testing through implementation
- Identify opportunities to improve reporting, reconciliation, and close efficiencies
- Research emerging finance technologies and bring forward practical recommendations
- Support cross-functional systems integration and process improvements
What You’ll Bring
- CPA designation required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience with ownership of month-end close
- Experience in construction, contracting, or project-based accounting preferred
- Strong understanding of GAAP and ASPE standards
- Experience preparing financial statements, reconciliations, and management reporting
- Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and financial modelling
- Experience with ERP/accounting systems; Spectrum experience is an asset
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- High attention to detail, organization, and accountability
- Interest in AI, automation, and process improvement within finance operations
Compensation & Benefits
- $95,000–$115,000 annual salary based on experience
- Discretionary bonus based on company performance and goal completion
- 15 days paid time off (10 vacation + 5 sick days)
- Extended health, dental and vision after 90 days
- RRSP matching after 1 year
- Kilometre reimbursement for personal vehicle usage
- Company laptop provided
- Hybrid flexibility may be available based on business needs
Work Environment
This role is primarily office-based with a mix of independent work and cross-functional collaboration. The position 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 growth. This role is designed for someone ready to step into increasing leadership responsibility while helping shape the future of our Finance team.
Build your future. From the ground up.
The pay range for this role is:
95,000 - 115,000 CAD per year(Horizon Contracting Group (Head Office))
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About Horizon Contracting Group
Horizon Contracting Group is an awarded contracting partner that provides end-to-end construction services in landscaping, earthworks, and outdoor maintenance. We transform exterior spaces and people from the ground up.
We are specialized in all areas of exterior construction and maintenance in British Columbia. Our more than 220 skilled employees work with commercial and institutional clients to help transform outdoor spaces through a range of diversified services. We are empowered by a 30-year tradition of hard work and devotion to team and task. We are the contracting partner choice for specialized exterior environments.
Company History: The company began business in 1991 as a proprietorship founded & operated by Michael Dougherty. Horizon Landscape Contractors Inc. was established nearly a decade later, and in 2007 Brian Dougherty became a partner. Today, Horizon operates under the name of Horizon Contracting Group to better label the end-to-end services we now offer. 2019 was a historic year for Horizon when multiple key employees that were the backbone of Horizon's years of success became shareholders. Today, Horizon has 15 active key employees as partners within the company.