Senior Cost Accountant

Rosendin•Coppell, TX

About The Position

As a Senior Cost Accountant at Rosendin, you will independently manage and analyze project and operational costs, providing financial insights that support profitability and strategic decisions. Your work in cost analysis, budgeting, and forecasting will support the delivery of electrical construction projects and help uphold the company’s financial integrity. The role also contributes to Rosendin’s success as an employee-owned company. The position works primarily in a professional office environment using standard office equipment. It involves regular sitting, standing, walking, talking, and hearing, with occasional lifting and carrying of up to 10 pounds. Minimal travel is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in construction-industry cost accounting.
Experience in job costing, variance analysis, and financial reporting for complex projects.
Strong understanding of GAAP and construction cost accounting methodologies.
Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data modeling for financial analysis.
Experience with modern ERP and accounting software systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy when managing financial transactions and data.
Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to finance and non-finance personnel.
Independence and proactive initiative in managing responsibilities and identifying process improvements.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA certification.
Experience with ERP and accounting software in a construction or project-based environment.

Responsibilities

Develop, analyze, and maintain cost accounting systems and reports for project costs, labor, materials, and overhead.
Perform variance analysis against budgets and forecasts, identify key drivers, and provide actionable recommendations to management.
Collaborate with project managers, procurement, and operations teams to understand project scope, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure accurate cost tracking.
Lead preparation of timely and accurate cost reports, including job cost analyses, profitability reports, and inventory valuations.
Establish and enforce internal controls for cost accounting processes and ensure compliance with company policies and GAAP.
Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting by providing cost data and analytical insights.
Assist with financial statement preparation by providing accurate cost of goods sold and inventory valuations.
Participate in improving cost accounting systems and procedures to enhance efficiency and data accuracy.
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior accounting staff on complex cost accounting principles and practices.