Cost & Project Accountant

At Ecolab, we offer you the opportunity to expand your skills and professional experience while collaborating with worldwide experts in water treatment. Acting as a member of the Controller's team, the Cost / Project Accountant for the Ovivo USA Electronics Division will have responsibilities in the supporting, reconciling, and analyzing of project costs, warranties, and backlogs. This position will work closely with the Controller to ensure strong financial controls and cost allocation.

Completes assigned activities under the direction of the Controller.

Joining Ovivo USA Electronics Division means being part of a global team of innovative and passionate professionals who are committed to preserving water, our planet's most critical resource. It also means combining our efforts and talents towards a more sustainable future - together.

• Process and analyze financial and transactional data for North American business units in accordance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.
• Validate revenue recognition and cost of goods sold (COGS) to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor and manage project costs, margins, and forecasts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct regular project cost reviews with project managers to track performance against budget and completion milestones.
• Support monthly balance sheet reconciliations and assist with annual external audits.
• Prepare and support budgets and forecasts related to project backlog, active projects, and sales prospects.
• Complete the bookings process, including reporting new orders and maintaining accurate system entries.
• Reconcile warranty‑related project costs and accruals.
• Assist with internal control, compliance, and risk management activities under the guidance of the Controller.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with operations and project managers to support financial decision‑making.
• Perform all duties in accordance with established safety procedures and company policies.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

• Naperville, IL or Plano, TX
• Occasional travel may be required

• 3 years of finance or accounting experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
• No immigration sponsorship available for this position

• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex industry related documents.
• Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries and complaints.
• Strong Excel expertise required.
• Experiences with general ledgers, accounts payable/receivable systems, fixed asset accounting, inventory tracking and control, cash management, banking, with knowledge of other systems and processes.

The pay for this role is $85,900. USD Annual. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short‑term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans.
• Discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, education assistance program.
• On‑site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations.

Help shape the future of water and technology by joining a team that drives innovation in ultrapure water solutions – critical to industries powering global progress. These careers offer the chance to make an impact that matters solving complex challenges, collaborating across borders, and creating solutions that protect vital resources. If you're passionate about water circularity, sustainability and technology, explore opportunities where your expertise fuels advancement and your growth is supported.

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