What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cost Accountant position at CFS?
Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional with experience in project-based environments? Our client, a growing construction firm, is seeking a Cost Accountant/Project Accountant to support project financials, job costing, and overall accounting operations.
Salary: $75,000 - $90,000
Cost Accountant/Project Accountant Offering
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Salary: $75,000 - $90,000
Cost Accountant/Project Accountant Offering
- Regular performance-based bonuses to recognize your contributions.
- A flexible and casual workplace that values work-life balance.
- Opportunities to celebrate with seasonal gatherings and client events.
- Comprehensive benefits designed to support your health and well-being.
- Retirement plans with company matching to help you plan ahead.
- Paid time off and programs that support personal and professional growth.
- Room to grow within a fast-growing company committed to employee development.
- Direct access to leadership and the chance to make a real impact.
- Additional perks and incentives as a thank-you for your hard work.
- Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, etc. preferred.
- Experience in construction accounting, project accounting, or cost accounting preferred.
- Strong understanding of job costing, WIP schedules, change orders, and construction billing.
- Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
- Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a collaborative environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Manage project costing, including budget tracking, cost allocation, and variance analysis.
- Support monthly close activities and prepare accurate financial reports for active and completed projects.
- Review and process job cost entries, subcontractor invoices, change orders, and billing documentation.
- Partner with project managers to maintain up-to-date financial forecasts and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Reconcile accounts, maintain audit-ready records, and ensure compliance with internal policies.
- Assist with process improvements as the company continues to scale.
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Salary : $75,000 - $90,000
