Cost Accountant

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

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP Plan

Job summary

Ledgent is seeking a Project Cost Accountant to support project and finance teams by ensuring accurate tracking, recording, and reporting of costs. The role focuses on labor, material, subcontractor, and other project costs, billing support, and maintaining project budgets.

This position requires a Bachelor's in accounting or related field and at least 3 years in project or cost accounting. You'll work across departments to improve processes while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in accounting/finance-related field.
• 3+ years of accounting, project accounting, cost accounting, or related experience.
• Experience in construction, engineering, manufacturing, or project-driven industries is a plus.

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

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication (verbal & written)

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

ERP software

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

Location

Phoenix, AZ

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.