Cost Accounting Manager

Brayman Construction Corporation, a leading heavy civil and geotechnical contractor headquartered in Saxonburg, is seeking a full‑time, experienced Cost Accounting Manager to join our exceptional team and play a pivotal role in our financial operations. This position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including low‑cost medical/dental/vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, paid time off, and paid holidays.

The Cost Accounting Manager supports the financial success of our construction operations by overseeing project and job costing, preparing financial projections and budgets, supporting month‑end close and reporting, and providing leadership for the Job Cost functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction accounting principles, excellent analytical and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment with precision and attention to detail.

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Some flexibility may be required based on project needs.

• Monitor project budgets, commitments, forecasts, and actual cost records across multiple construction projects.
• Identify cost variances and collaborate with project managers and superintendents to resolve discrepancies.
• Support the month‑end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Complete monthly reconciliations, journal entries, and cost adjustments.
• Assist with monthly financial forecasts and performance reporting for active projects.
• Contribute to the annual budgeting process and periodic financial reviews.
• Develop, document, and maintain accounting policies and internal controls.
• Track and report project data to assist with tax compliance and audit requirements.
• Oversee the Job Cost functions and provide guidance to the staff.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience; construction industry experience preferred.
• Thorough understanding of construction accounting principles and GAAP.
• Familiarity with job cost accounting, WIP reporting, and project forecasting.
• Experience with Viewpoint Vista or similar construction ERP systems is a plus.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel is a plus.

Brayman Construction is a leading heavy civil and geotechnical contractor with headquarters in suburban Pittsburgh, a satellite office in Wytheville, Virginia, and various project field offices in the Mid‑Atlantic and Northeast Regions. Incorporated in 1947, we are a nationally recognized provider of complex, heavy civil and geotechnical construction projects for both public and private sector clients.

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Note:

This job description is presented as guidance only. Other reasonable tasks or responsibilities as management sees necessary may be added to this job description in order to achieve satisfactory job performance by the team member.

EEO Statement:
Brayman and affiliate companies are equal‑opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Confidentiality:
Some positions may involve access to confidential and proprietary information. Candidates for those positions will be required to sign our standard confidentiality agreement as a condition of employment.

Location:

16056. This position will be subject to more stringent drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a federal contractor.