Job Cost Accountant

Aldridge Group•Green Oaks, IL

44d•$70,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Aldridge is seeking a Job Cost Accountant to ensure the integrity of our financial data by managing the full life cycle of cost codes, setting up new projects, and maintaining accurate budget and changing order records in the accounting system.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related business field is preferred (associates degree with relevant internship experience also considered).
0–2 years of accounting experience.
Strong proficiency in MS Excel (vlookup, formulas, data sorting).
A sharp eye for numbers and data entry accuracy; you catch the small typos before they become big issues.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with busy project managers in the field and finance executives in the office.

Nice To Haves

Prior internships or exposure to the construction/engineering industry is a major plus.
Familiarity with construction accounting software CMiC is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Manage Cost Codes: Open, maintain, and close specific cost codes across active projects to ensure accurate tracking of labor, materials, and equipment.
Review and process transfers of incorrect charges (journal entries) to ensure costs are hitting the right codes and projects.
Monitor cost distributions and flagging variances or misallocated expenses for project management review.
Set up new projects in the company’s ERP system based on contract awards, ensuring alignment with project management and estimating teams.
Update project records, phases throughout the project lifecycle.
Work closely with Project Managers, Estimating and Risk to ensure accuracy of project records.
Learn and provide backup support for inputting contract modifications, change orders, and adjustments.
Assist with entering initial project budgets and subsequent budget revisions into the accounting system during peak periods.