Cost Accountant

Ledgent-Finance-; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP Plan

Job summary

Ledgent-Finance- is seeking a Project Cost Accountant in Phoenix, AZ to support project and finance teams with cost tracking, recording, and reporting for assigned projects. You will assist with billing, vendor invoices, and cost reporting for leadership decisions.

Required: bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field and 3+ years in cost/project accounting; ERP and Excel proficiency are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and organized project financial records and supporting documentation.
• Review, verify, and record labor, material, subcontractor, and other project-related costs.
• Process accounts payable invoices and ensure proper coding and allocation to projects.
• Match invoices to supporting documentation, purchase orders, contracts, or receiving records.
• Enter approved invoices and cost transactions into the accounting system.
• Monitor project costs to ensure expenses are charged accurately and consistently.
• Assist with customer invoicing, progress billing, and supporting documentation requirements.
• Support the preparation and maintenance of project budgets, schedules of values, and cost reports.
• Track billing status and assist with collections activities as needed.
• Obtain and maintain required project compliance documentation, waivers, releases, or other contractual records.
• Generate project financial reports and provide requested analysis to project managers and finance leadership.
• Collaborate with operations, procurement, and accounting teams to resolve discrepancies and improve processes.
• Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Detail oriented

Education

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

Tools

ERP system

Accounting software

Advanced Excel

Job description

Cost Accountant (JN -102026-433490) Phoenix, Arizona

Salary: USD60000 - USD75000 per year

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Compensation: $60,000-$75,000 + ESOP Plan

Position Summary

The Project Cost Accountant supports project and finance teams by ensuring accurate tracking, recording, and reporting of costs associated with assigned projects. This role plays a key part in maintaining financial accuracy, supporting billing processes, managing vendor invoices, and providing project-related financial information that assists leadership in making informed business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and organized project financial records and supporting documentation.
• Review, verify, and record labor, material, subcontractor, and other project-related costs.
• Process accounts payable invoices and ensure proper coding and allocation to projects.
• Match invoices to supporting documentation, purchase orders, contracts, or receiving records.
• Enter approved invoices and cost transactions into the accounting system.
• Monitor project costs to ensure expenses are charged accurately and consistently.
• Assist with customer invoicing, progress billing, and supporting documentation requirements.
• Support the preparation and maintenance of project budgets, schedules of values, and cost reports.
• Track billing status and assist with collections activities as needed.
• Obtain and maintain required project compliance documentation, waivers, releases, or other contractual records.
• Generate project financial reports and provide requested analysis to project managers and finance leadership.
• Collaborate with operations, procurement, and accounting teams to resolve discrepancies and improve processes.
• Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Experience

• 3+ years of accounting, project accounting, cost accounting, or related financial experience.
• Experience supporting project-based organizations preferred.
• Construction, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, or other project-driven industry experience is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience with ERP, accounting, or project management software preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and accountability.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting practices.
• Professional demeanor and commitment to confidentiality.