Cost Accountant (Construction/Electrical)

Rosendin•Sterling, VA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Cost Accountant is responsible for providing financial services to the project including contract review, billings, work-in-place reporting, subcontractor and general condition payments, and cash reporting. The Cost Accountant is the lead person to support project accounting. As an integral part of the project team. The position acts as a consultant to each Project Manager and our internal customers.

Requirements

Associate degree in Finance or Accounting; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Minimum of 5 years’ finance or accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry
Oracle EBS and MS Access experience a plus
Can be combination of education, training, and relevant experience
Knowledge of Oracle Enterprise Business Suite or other Enterprise level Finance package preferred
Understand and follow standard operating policies and procedures
Perform duties in a professional manner and appearance
Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.); Oracle preferred
Prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary
Work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
Oral and written communication skills as required for the position
Self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
Interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others

Responsibilities

Perform special project audits and analysis as required. Including cost vs. budget review, billing vs. cost, and tracking projected margin throughout the project duration.
Assist and coordinate accounting functions with other project offices as needed.
Coordinate with external auditors on annual and special audit functions related to contracts, as necessary.
Utilize Oracle R12 accounting software to perform journal entries, enter budgets, and open new projects.
Assist in training Oracle system to Operation staff.
Provide support for other departments and projects to assist in their administrative needs.
Coordinate with other corporate financial and accounting management staff to assure timely and accurate operations between the financial functions.
Work with Operating Managers monthly to review job status for proper recognition of profit.
Some travel may be required.
Take general management direction from immediate supervisor.
The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position’s role within the business unit.