Field Cost Accountant

KEMRON Environmental Services, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel flexibility

Job summary

KEMRON Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking a Field Cost Accountant to support project operations in the Wichita, KS area.

This field-based role handles project cost accounting, procurement, and administrative tasks to keep cost records accurate and ensure contractual requirements are met. Responsibilities include tracking timekeeping and expenses, preparing cost reports, processing vendor invoices, and supporting subcontract administration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with two years of admin support experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and recordkeeping abilities with accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for client, management, and field teams.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Prefer accounting experience in job cost tracking and invoicing.
• Familiarity with RCMS, EPA Form 1900-55, Dynamics, or similar systems.

Responsibilities

• Enter and track crew timekeeping from sign-in sheets and timesheets.
• Track employee and project expenses, including receipts and per diem.
• Prepare daily and monthly cost reports for management review.
• Process and code vendor invoices; review accounts payable data.
• Support procurement: quotes, purchase orders, subcontracts, change orders.
• Maintain organized project files in SharePoint or similar systems.
• Coordinate with project teams, vendors, and clients; provide support.
• Follow safety procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Timekeeping coordination

Expense tracking

Project cost reporting

Vendor invoicing

Procurement support

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

MS Teams

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independence

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

RCMS

EPA Form 1900-55

Dynamics

SharePoint

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

KEMRON Environmental Services, Inc. is seeking a Field Cost Accountant to support project operations in the Wichita, KS area. This field-based role provides project cost accounting, procurement, and administrative support to keep cost records and reporting accurate and timely and help ensure contractual requirements are documented and met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:

• Enter and track crew timekeeping from sign-in sheets, daily logs, and timesheets; maintain accurate supporting records.
• Track employee and project expenses, including receipts, mileage, per diem, equipment costs, and other project cost documentation.
• Complete EPA Form 1900-55 and RCMS entries, as applicable, and prepare daily cost reports for project management review and signature. Submit required cost documentation to client representatives, including EPA project contacts.
• Process vendor invoices, including coding, routing for approval, and submitting for system entry. Review accounts payable reports and assist with cash requirements, billing, and unbilled cost reviews.
• Prepare monthly project cost and burn reports, including total spending, days worked, daily spending rates, and projections.
• Support procurement and subcontract administration by obtaining quotes and bids, initiating purchase orders, subcontract agreements, and change orders, and coordinating project supplies and site support needs.
• Maintain organized project files in SharePoint or other designated systems, including delivery tickets, invoices, entry and exit logs, timekeeping records, and receipts.
• Coordinate with project management, field personnel, vendors, subcontractors, clients, and corporate support staff; provide routine administrative and project support.
• Follow required safety and incident-reporting procedures, report concerns to appropriate project or company personnel, and perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of two (2) years of administrative support experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions may be considered.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, organizational, and recordkeeping skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with clients, managers, crew members, and corporate support staff.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and high-volume documentation, meet deadlines, and maintain dependable attendance.
• Previous accounting experience, especially job cost tracking, daily cost reporting, invoices, expense tracking, or accounts payable support. (Preferred)
• Familiarity with RCMS, EPA Form 1900-55, Dynamics, or similar project and accounting systems. (Preferred)
• Experience supporting field, construction, environmental, or government/EPA projects. (Preferred)

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work at local project sites, including a jobsite office trailer as needed. Travel to nearby project sites may be required based on business needs.
• Work may include exposure to moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather, heat, humidity, dust, asphalt, hazardous materials, and loud noise.
• Job duties include prolonged computer work and periods of sitting or standing. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid state driver's license and a good driving history approved by KEMRON's insurance carrier to qualify to drive company vehicles.
• Must understand and sign off on corporate and worksite Health and Safety Plans and follow KEMRON standard operating procedures.
• Availability to work after normal business hours and on weekends on an emergency or prearranged basis is required.