Cost Accounting Admin

Chain Electric Co • Hattiesburg, MS

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About The Position

The Cost Accounting Assistant supports the Accounting Department by performing assigned duties, prioritizing work, and meeting scheduled requirements. The role provides support to crews and management and may assist with departmental duties and projects as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting is preferred.
• Telephone skills and verbal communication skills.
• Microsoft Office skills; Excel and Access experience are a plus.
• Ability to operate business machines.
• Listening skills, professionalism, customer focus, organization, and ability to inform others.
• Ability to handle pressure and manage supplies.
• Ability to multitask and adapt quickly to change while remaining professional and courteous.
• Motivation and ability to work independently and communicate effectively with the public, fellow employees, and supervisors.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Experience with Excel and Access.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to crews.
• Provide information and reports to management.
• Code transactions with appropriate account codes.
• Complete or assist with entry uploads.
• Complete entries, including general ledger entries, as needed.
• Prepare reconciliations.
• Prepare and analyze cost and trend information.
• Assist with projects involving accounting, performance improvement, process documentation, and related areas.
• Cross-train and assist with other departmental duties as needed.
• Serve as a lead or backup for assigned duties.
• Prioritize work and meet scheduled requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time