Cost Accountant

Are you looking to expand your career as an accountant?

Are you looking for a value-based, employee-focused, family-owned company?

Adams, Inc. has been in the Elkhorn, WI areas since 1988. We specialize in custom design solutions for homes and businesses in the areas of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, solar solutions, home backup systems and more!

This is an on-site position at our office in Elkhorn, WI. This is not a hybrid or fully remote role. The schedule for this role is typically Monday - Friday (first shift), with some flexibility to work early or late, depending on the workload. The pay for this role is based on years of relevant experience.

We are searching for a Cost Accountant to join our finance team. As a Cost Accountant, you will be responsible for analyzing, tracking, and reporting costs associated with Adams’ projects and operations. This role ensures accurate job costing, supports budgeting and forecasting, and provides actionable insights to improve profitability and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate has experience in the construction industry and understands the complexities of multi-trade projects, labor allocation, and material cost management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (as related to our Core Values):

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of cost accounting experience in the construction industry or specifically with job costing project work. 

Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.

Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of job costing, budgeting, and variance analysis. Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial reporting tools required. Experience with ServiceTitan is a plus.

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with team members and stakeholders required.

Problem Solving: Ability to anticipate challenges, troubleshoot issues, and implement effective solutions under pressure required.

 

This position is primarily office-based with occasional visits to job sites for cost verification and collaboration with field teams. The role requires attention to detail in a fast-paced environment and may involve tight deadlines during month-end and year-end close processes.

 

The position is primarily office based. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to meet project deadlines or respond to urgent issues.

Employment Policy Statement:
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. This description does not constitute a contract of employment and does not change the at-will employment relationship.

 

Adams will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities as required by law. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodations during the application or employment process, please contact Team Resources. Adams is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under applicable law.

 

Employment with Adams is at will. Either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable laws and agreements.

In addition to competitive pay, Adams Power offers a full benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and life insurances, 401K Matching, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and discounts on all of our services! We also have fun with company outings, continual education, and team building!
 

Adams, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.