Field Cost Accountant (Chattanooga)

POSITION SUMMARY:
Reports to the Site Project Manager/Supervisor and performs field cost accounting and project support duties to help ensure contractual requirements are fully documented and met. This position supports project operations in the Chattanooga area and may require travel to nearby project sites based on business needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:

• Perform a variety of administrative and project support tasks, including typing, filing, scanning, duplicating, and answering phones.
• Prepare and reconcile contractor daily cost reports (EPA Form 1900-55) using the EPA Removal Cost Management System (RCMS) for EPA projects and/or daily reports for private projects.
• Prepare and update the project burn schedule.
• Procure materials and subcontract services as needed at the worksite, and initiate subcontract agreements and purchase orders.
• Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• Report issues or concerns to the Project Manager, Response Manager, Foreman, Safety Director, or HR Manager.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform all essential functions of the position.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, managers, crew members, and corporate support staff.
• Minimum of two (2) years of administrative support experience.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills.
• Previous accounting experience preferred.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage daily responsibilities according to the work schedule.
• Ability to maintain dependable and consistent attendance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat, humidity, and exposure to dust, asphalt, and hazardous materials.
• Noise levels may be loud at times.
• Must be able to understand and follow KEMRON SOPs for assigned tasks.
• Prolonged periods, generally up to 2 hours at a time, sitting at a desk and working on a computer to perform job duties.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for up to one hour at a time to accomplish job duties.
• Must have the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in an efficient manner.
• Must be able to assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of assigned tasks.
• Ability to work after normal business hours and on weekends on an emergency or pre-arranged basis is required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid and appropriate state driver’s license prior to employment and have a good driving history approved by KEMRON’s insurance carrier that qualifies the employee to drive company vehicles.
• Must understand and sign off on corporate and worksite Health and Safety Plan(s).
• Must be willing to work from a local jobsite office trailer as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer/Vets/Disability

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities which are required of the employee for this job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.



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