Construction Cost Accountant

We are seeking an experienced Cost Accountant to join our growing finance team. This role plays a critical part in monitoring project costs, supporting operational decision-making, and improving financial visibility across multiple construction projects.

The ideal candidate understands construction accounting, job costing, and project financial analysis within a fast-paced contracting environment.

• Maintain and analyze job cost accounting for multiple active construction projects
• Track project budgets, commitments, actual costs, and forecasted performance
• Prepare monthly cost reports and variance analyses for management and project teams
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and operations staff to ensure accurate cost tracking
• Assist with project setup, cost codes, and change order financial tracking
• Support WIP (Work-in-Progress) reporting and revenue recognition
• Review subcontractor costs, purchase orders, and equipment expenses
• Identify cost trends, risks, and opportunities for efficiency improvements
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Support audits and internal financial controls

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3–7 years of accounting experience (construction or heavy civil preferred)
• Strong understanding of job costing and project accounting
• Experience with construction ERP/accounting systems preferred
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical ability
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with operations and field teams

• Construction industry experience (utilities, infrastructure, or site development)
• Knowledge of WIP schedules and percentage-of-completion accounting
• Experience supporting project managers or estimating teams