Job Description

Horizon Recruitment Inc. is working with a leading real estate and development firm seeking a Senior Development Accountant to join their finance team. This position plays a critical role in maintaining and documenting the financial status of active commercial and residential development projects.
Responsibilities:

• Oversee full-cycle project accounting for a portfolio of development projects
• Maintain project budgets, forecasts, committed costs, and actuals in the accounting system
• Collaborate with project teams across development, construction, and operations
• Review and code invoices, track approvals, and ensure timely payments
• Prepare financial reports and draw packages for internal stakeholders and external partners
• Analyze project performance and prepare month-end reports, variance analysis, and cost updates
• Track project cash flow needs and coordinate with finance for funding schedules
• Manage profit reporting on individual units or asset components where applicable
• Ensure all contract changes and commitments are accurately reflected in cost tracking
• Coordinate with operational accounting during project transitions
• Contribute to improving processes, policies, and internal controls for project reporting
• Support audits and internal requests for project-related financial information
• Provide mentorship to junior accounting staff as needed
• Maintain accuracy and consistency in project data and financial documentation

Requirements:

• CPA designation or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3-5+ years of experience in project accounting, ideally within development or construction
• Strong understanding of job cost accounting and project financial tracking
• Proficient with Excel; experience with industry-specific accounting software an asset
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with both financial and non-financial stakeholders
• Proactive, self-motivated, and team-oriented

Rewards:

• $95,000 - $115,000 Base

Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered.
Horizon Recruitment Inc. is a specialized recruitment and search firm with two complementary practice areas: Finance & Supply Chain.