Cost Accountant

Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY :

The Cost Accountant will assist the Regional Controller to support the divisions for project accounting. As an integral part of the team, the Cost Accountant will provide financial services to the divisions acting as a consultant to each Project Manager, our internal customers.

WHAT YOU'LL DO :

1. Review all project setups to ensure data accuracy, reasonability and compliance with state and local tax requirements.
2. Review operations requests for cost transfers and custom task codes to ensure compliance with company policies.
3. Review project budgets to ensure reasonability and compliance with company standards.
4. Review all change orders to make sure backup is appropriate and complies with company standards.
5. Facilitate accuracy of project revenue, cost reports, CACs and related notes, work orders and operating expense classifications.
6. Schedule and attend month end CAC reviews. Make list of action items for follow up. Track action items for resolution.
7. Prepare templates and revenue fluctuation explanations for Divisional P&L reviews.
8. Respond to operations personnel if they have any questions regarding project setups, budgets, cost ledgers and CACs. Facilitate communication between operations personnel and other finance departments.
9. Communicate all identified risk related to process, ethics, revenue and profitability to finance and operations management teams.
10. Support the cost reimbursable project accountants by providing research, training and assistance where necessary.
11. Facilitate correction of invalid time with operations personnel.
12. Perform special project audits and analysis as required. Including cost vs. budget review, billing vs. cost, and tracking projected margin throughout the project duration.
13. Assist and coordinate accounting functions with divisional office as needed.
14. Provide support for annual company and external contract audits when required.
15. Assist in training Oracle system to Operation staff.

The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position's role within the business unit.

WHAT YOU BRING TO US :

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
2. Minimum 2 years' construction industry finance experience preferred
3. Can be a combination of education, training and relevant experience

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL :

1. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary
2. Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
3. Effective oral and written communication skills is required for the position
4. Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
5. Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others.

TRAVEL :

Occasional travel between divisional offices may be necessary.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

General work environment - sitting for extended periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions, such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning. Noise level is typically low to medium; it can be loud on a job site.

Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.

Rosendin Electric is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay Range

32.20-$42.50 Hourly

The pay range for this role is what we expect to pay for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this job description. Candidate's pay can vary based on location, job-related experience, skills, and education.

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business and your career.