Senior Cost Accountant

Modular Power Solutions•Nashville, TN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Whether you’re a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at MPS. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more. Why Modular Power Solutions (MPS)? Committed. Innovative. Engaged. If you’re looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding, Modular Power Solutions (MPS) has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting or related field or can be a combination of education, training, and relevant experience
Minimum of 5+ years’ finance or accounting experience, preferably in the construction/manufacturing industry.
Strong understanding of project accounting principles, cost controls, financial reporting, and profitability analysis.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word
Thorough knowledge of standard accounting procedures, Company policies and all relevant Federal, State and local requirements
Advanced professional level requiring the incumbent to handle a variety of difficult and unique problems
Ability to understand and follow standard operating policies and procedures; Ability to perform duties in a professional manner
Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.); Oracle preferred
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary
Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position
Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others

Nice To Haves

Experience with Oracle Enterprise Business Suite (EBS), Oracle Fusion Cloud, or other enterprise-level financial systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Providing reviews and analysis of project costs and budgets with Division Managers to ensure reasonable presentation in company financials.
Determine risk factors and present findings to Finance Management
Mentor and train junior members of the Cost Accounting Dept.
Review, analyze and prepare company revenue forecasts for distribution to executive management
Support development of current systems and policies/procedures (Oracle PM tools, finance forms, etc.)
Assist in the development, implementation and/or maintenance of cost accounting systems related to collection and analysis of job costs and/or budgets.
Prepare subsidiary accounting and financial documents for divisions including CACs, backlog, invalid time reports and budgets.
Prepare various cost/statistical reports for corporate management as required/requested.
Prepare financial data for inclusion in bid proposals, and other similar packages.
Perform internal audits
Assist Project Management in resolution of costing issues
Travel to regional offices to support operations, conduct month-end reviews, and train operations staff on finance procedures and systems.