Project Cost Controller

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At Trident Industries, we take pride in delivering precision, safety, and accountability on every project. We are currently looking for a Project Cost Controller to focus on project-based financial management, guide cost tracking across job sites, and lead the implementation of our ERP system. This role is best suited for someone who enjoys working closely with project teams, improving systems, and staying hands-on with numbers and operations.

As the primary financial resource supporting active projects, you will play a critical role in managing cost centers, overseeing project-level budgeting and forecasting, and driving visibility through reporting. You will also supervise an Accounts Payable / Bookkeeper and lead our ERP integration, ensuring the system meets both operational and accounting needs.

Why Trident Industries?

Project-Based Focus

This position is not about managing the entire company’s books. Instead, it is centered on tracking, managing, and reporting financials tied directly to the projects we build and support.

You will take ownership of our ERP rollout, working across departments to ensure the platform effectively supports cost tracking, billing, asset management, and reporting.

People and Process Management

With one direct report, you will have the opportunity to lead and mentor, while also controlling daily accounting operations and implementing best practices across cost centers.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day execution of Trident’s proprietary ERP implementation, including system setup, testing, user training, and performance monitoring.
• Ensure the ERP supports financial workflows including project cost accounting, billing, asset tracking, and reporting.
• Collaborate with IT, operations, project management, and accounting staff to align ERP functionality with real-world use.
• Maintain accurate job cost records for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Track project financial performance and provide regular reports comparing budget to actuals.
• Help project managers and leadership understand project-level costs, trends, and opportunities for savings.
• Directly manage one accounting professional, overseeing daily AP processes, documentation, and communication with vendors.
• Execute weekly project invoicing, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project billing cycles.
• After training on AR processes, take the lead on initiating invoices and managing payment tracking.
• Once payments are received, coordinate with the AP Bookkeeper to reconcile all invoicing activity, closing the loop on each billing cycle.
• Ensure timely and accurate entry of financial transactions related to projects.
• Provide guidance, feedback, and mentorship to support professional growth and quality work.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements tied to project work, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls and GAAP standards.
• Coordinate project billing cycles and monitor receivables and subcontractor payments.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with project and department leaders.
• Provide data and insight to support financial planning and decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen cost reporting and accounting workflows tied to projects.
• Establish internal processes that ensure consistency, accuracy, and efficiency across project accounting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in project accounting, construction finance, or cost control.
• Proven experience implementing or managing an ERP system.
• Strong understanding of job costing, cost centers, and budgeting within a project-based environment.
• Proficiency with accounting software (Quick Books, SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, especially in managing a small team.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with project managers, field teams, and leadership team.
• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus opportunities
• Medical,dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Company-paid professional development and certifications

Join Us

If you’re looking to lead financial operations at the project level, drive ERP implementation, and guide a small but essential accounting team, this role is a great opportunity to grow with Trident Industries. We’re ready when you are.

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries Utilities

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