Cost Accountant

Carlton Electric, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Carlton Electric is seeking a Cost Accountant in our Denver office to manage project billings, receivables, and payables while ensuring contractual compliance. You will back up month-end close, GL reconciliations, and tax reporting within a dynamic accounting team.

The role emphasizes hands-on contract billing, tax reporting, and coordination with customers, subcontractors, and suppliers across multiple projects. Remote work possible post-training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Proficient with Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Open projects, review contracts, enroll new customers and maintain records.
• Process monthly contract billings with documentation and web portals.
• Review invoices against contracts; coordinate payments and lien waivers.
• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns; assist with tax questions.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Problem solving

Emotional intelligence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Textura

Procore

Viewpoint Spectrum

Job description

Applications will be accepted through 11/15/2026 or until the role is filled, whichever is later.

About Carlton Electric:

Carlton Electric is a leading Denver-based commercial/industrial electrical contractor dedicated to delivering high-quality projects with a field-first mindset. We are in business to provide positive growth and energy to our people, our industry and our community and our core values guide everything do: Be Safe, Be a Good Person, Do the Right Thing, Strive for Excellence, Whatever It Takes, and Take Responsibility and Own It.

We are seeking a Cost Accountant to be the primary internal and external liaison on project receivables by processing monthly construction billings, understanding and obtaining contractual compliance, mitigating unbilled revenue and monitoring receivables. Similarly, the Cost Accountant coordinates subcontractor and supplier invoice payments, ensures contractual compliance and reports and remits sales and use tax returns. This role serves as primary back-up on month-end close, with general ledger and bank reconciliations, as well as supporting the rest of the Accounting team.

The right fit for this position:

The ideal Cost Accountant is a detail-oriented, highly organized professional who takes pride in keeping project financials accurate and compliant. This role is focused on day-to-day construction billing, receivables, and payables, while serving as a trusted contact for customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and the Accounting team. The right candidate thrives in a deadline-driven environment, understands construction contracts, and manages competing priorities across multiple projects and billing systems. They catch discrepancies early, follow through on compliance items, and communicate clearly with internal and external partners. The position is rooted in hands-on work including contract billing, invoice review, sales and use tax reporting, reconciliations, and month-end support.

Responsibilities:

• Open projects, review contracts, enroll new customers and maintain compliance and consistency in customer and project records.
• Process and submit monthly contract billings including required supporting documentation, using standard email submission as well as various client required web-based systems like Textura, GC Pay and Procore.
• Review supplier and subcontractor invoices against contract terms and client requirements. Communicate and coordinate acceptance, corrections, payment status, certificates of insurance and lien waivers.
• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns. Be an internal resource for tax questions and exemption application.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, as assigned.
• Monitor and maintain license requirements (Contractor’s, Business Tax and others).
• Support audits and accept other responsibilities as needed to support organizational operations.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Exemplify organizational core values, maintain confidentiality and operate as an ideal team player.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or other relevant subject.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, like Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to work with minimal direction and exercise initiative.
• Strong communication skills and emotional intelligence.
• Ability to solve problems and generate solutions.

Preferred:

• 2+ years of previous construction accounting and compliance experience preferred.
• Experience with Textura, Procore and other construction-based systems a plus.
• Experience with Viewpoint Spectrum a plus.

Reporting: The Cost Accountant reports to the CFO.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and bend for prolonged periods.
• Use hands and fingers to type, grip, write, maneuver, feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Sufficient vision, hearing, and communication skills (with or without correction) to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to think clearly, make sound decisions, and manage stress effectively while meeting deadlines and objectives.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working Conditions:

• Typical office setting noise levels to be expected. Semi-open office concept.
• Opportunity for occasional remote work once fully trained and knowledgeable about company and role expectations

Compensation Package:

• Location: In office - Denver, Colorado

• Status: Full-Time, Exempt, Salary

• Start Date: TBD
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM, with occasional nights and weekends if needed to meet deadlines.
• Pay Range: $80,000 - $90,000/year, depending on experience. *
• Bonuses: This position is eligible for but not guaranteed a yearly performance bonus.
• Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage options available for employees and families.
• Additional Benefits: Employee assistance program (EAP), short and long-term disability insurance, life, and voluntary life insurance.
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match (traditional and Roth options).
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Professional Development: Support for ongoing training and certifications.

*This range represents a good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Carlton Electric reserves the right to adjust compensation based on factors such as experience, education, certifications, performance, and travel requirements.

Carlton Electric is an equal opportunity employer.

Carlton Electric does not discriminate against any protected category when determining salary and compensation for an employee.