Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Senior Accountant

Financial AccountingUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timePleasant Grove, UT, USA$90k - $110k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
Approximately seven years of progressive accounting experience, including required experience in the architecture and engineering industry.
Hands-on experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or Deltek Vision is required.
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and experience with monthly close, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
Experience supporting annual audits, preparing audit documentation, and responding to auditor questions.
Working knowledge of FAR and basic cost allowability principles relevant to architecture and engineering firms and overhead audits.
High proficiency in Excel and the ability to work accurately and efficiently with complex reports and large datasets.
Regular, practical use of AI tools such as ChatGPT to analyze information and improve processes, with sound judgment in validating results.
Demonstrated success implementing accounting process improvements.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills; reliable follow-through and discretion with sensitive information.

Responsibilities

Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and resolution of accounting issues.
Support annual financial statement and FAR overhead audits by preparing organized documentation, researching issues, and responding to auditor requests in coordination with the Corporate Controller.
Manage banking activities, monitor cash activity, prepare weekly cash flow reports and bank reconciliations, and resolve discrepancies while following established approvals and internal controls.
Perform ad hoc reporting, accounting research, and financial analysis; verify source data and communicate findings and recommendations clearly.
Identify and implement process improvements that reduce manual work, strengthen controls, improve accuracy, and help the team meet deadlines.
Own the employee expense report process, including training others to perform reviews and overseeing the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and policy compliance of the end result.
Help employees and reviewers resolve expense questions, clarify documentation requirements, and address recurring issues.
Maintain clear procedures and supporting records for accounting processes, audits, and internal reviews.
Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, proactive follow-up, and ownership of assignments through completion.
Manage competing priorities and close deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
Communicate clearly and work effectively with employees, accounting colleagues, and auditors.
Work independently with sound judgment and recognize when an issue needs to be escalated.
Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

CPA certification is preferred but not required.

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.

Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and resolution of accounting issues
Support annual financial statement and FAR overhead audits by preparing organized documentation, researching issues, and responding to auditor requests in coordination with the Corporate Controller
Manage banking activities, monitor cash activity, prepare weekly cash flow reports and bank reconciliations, and resolve discrepancies while following established approvals and internal controls
Perform ad hoc reporting, accounting research, and financial analysis; verify source data and communicate findings and recommendations clearly
Identify and implement process improvements that reduce manual work, strengthen controls, improve accuracy, and help the team meet deadlines
Own the employee expense report process, including training others to perform reviews and overseeing the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and policy compliance of the end result
Help employees and reviewers resolve expense questions, clarify documentation requirements, and address recurring issues
Maintain clear procedures and supporting records for accounting processes, audits, and internal reviews
Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, proactive follow-up, and ownership of assignments through completion
Manage competing priorities and close deadlines while maintaining accuracy
Communicate clearly and work effectively with employees, accounting colleagues, and auditors
Work independently with sound judgment and recognize when an issue needs to be escalated
Other accounting-related duties as assigned

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA certification is not required but preferred
Approximately seven years of progressive accounting experience, including required experience in the architecture and engineering industry
Hands-on experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or Deltek Vision required
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and experience with monthly close, journal entries, and account reconciliations
Experience supporting annual audits, preparing audit documentation, and responding to auditor questions
Working knowledge of FAR and basic cost allowability principles relevant to architecture and engineering firms and overhead audits
High proficiency in Excel and the ability to work accurately and efficiently with complex reports and large datasets
Regular, practical use of AI tools such as ChatGPT to analyze information and improve processes, with sound judgment in validating results
Demonstrated success implementing accounting process improvements
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills; reliable follow-through and discretion with sensitive information

About the Company

Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Trilon Group provides infrastructure consulting in transportation, water, and municipal systems in the Mid-Atlantic region. It works by partnering with local governments, municipalities, and private clients to deliver planning, design support, and project management through fee-based engagements, expanding capabilities through alliances with firms like Rinker Design Associates and Wilson Engineers. The company differentiates itself with a platform-style growth approach backed by private equity and a People First culture focused on talent development. Its goal is to expand service offerings and market presence in the Mid-Atlantic by building scalable partnerships and using capital to support growth.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding: $200M
Headquarters: Denver, CO
Founded: 2021

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