Horizon Recovery is looking for a Cost Accountant to play a key role in supporting the financial health of our commercial electrical construction projects. This in-office position works closely with the Project Management team to monitor job costs, track budgets, analyze variances, and ensure accurate financial reporting throughout each project’s life cycle.

What You'll Do

Collaborate with Project Managers to develop and maintain detailed project budgets and forecasts.
Track and analyze all job costs, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor expenses.
Review project billing and revenue recognition to ensure compliance with company and contract standards.
Prepare monthly job cost reports and variance analyses for management review.
Participate in monthly job cost meetings to review performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
Reconcile project costs with general ledger accounts and ensure data accuracy across financial systems.
Monitor project change orders, ensuring accurate documentation, pricing, and budget adjustments.
Assist in preparing Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and monthly financial statements.
Support internal and external audits with detailed cost documentation and reconciliations.
Continuously evaluate and improve cost tracking methods, accounting processes, and financial controls.
Maintain accurate records of purchasing, vendor contracts, and committed costs related to each project.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
3+ years of cost accounting experience.
Strong understanding of construction job cost accounting, WIP schedules, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition.
Proficiency in accounting software such as CMIC, Viewpoint Vista, Sage 300 Construction & Real Estate (Timberline), or similar platforms.
Advanced Excel skills with the ability to create and interpret complex spreadsheets.
Excellent attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial team members.