Construction Cost Accountant: WIP & Budget Insights

Remote Raven; United States; Remote; USD 6,900 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

Remote Raven is seeking a Cost Accountant to support our commercial electrical construction projects in-office. You will work with the Project Management team to monitor costs, analyze variances, and ensure accurate financial reporting across the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in accounting or related field, 3+ years of cost accounting experience in construction, and strong skills in CMIC or Viewpoint Vista, Excel, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 3+ years of cost accounting experience, preferably in the construction or electrical contracting industry.
• Strong understanding of construction job cost accounting, WIP schedules, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as CMIC, Viewpoint Vista, Sage 300 Construction & Real Estate (Timberline), or similar platforms.
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to create and interpret complex spreadsheets.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial team members.
• CPA or CMA certification is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Project Managers to develop and maintain detailed project budgets and forecasts.
• Track and analyze all job costs, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor expenses.
• Review project billing and revenue recognition to ensure compliance with company and contract standards.
• Prepare monthly job cost reports and variance analyses for management review.
• Participate in monthly job cost meetings with the Project Management team to review performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Reconcile project costs with general ledger accounts and ensure data accuracy across financial systems.
• Monitor project change orders, ensuring accurate documentation, pricing, and budget adjustments.
• Assist in preparing Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and monthly financial statements.
• Support internal and external audits with detailed cost documentation and reconciliations.
• Continuously evaluate and improve cost tracking methods, accounting processes, and financial controls.
• Maintain accurate records of purchasing, vendor contracts, and committed costs related to each project.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

CMIC

Viewpoint Vista

Sage 300 Construction & Real Estate (Timberline)

Job description

Remote Raven is seeking a Cost Accountant to support our commercial electrical construction projects in-office. You will work with the Project Management team to monitor costs, analyze variances, and ensure accurate financial reporting across the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in accounting or related field, 3+ years of cost accounting experience in construction, and strong skills in CMIC or Viewpoint Vista, Excel, and attention to detail.