Project Cost Accountant – ESOP & Growth in Construction

Findorff; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned (ESOP)

401(k) + contributions

Profit sharing

Generous PTO

Paid parental leave

On-site fitness center

Heated parking

Career development support

Job summary

Findorff is seeking a Project Cost Accountant in Madison, WI to support the financial success of construction projects. You will partner with Project Managers to provide accurate cost reporting, billing support, and financial analysis throughout each project's lifecycle.

You will review costs, forecast performance, and help resolve financial issues before they impact outcomes, while coordinating owner billings and maintaining financial records for audit readiness.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of cost accounting, project accounting, audit, or construction accounting experience.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with project teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Experience with CMiC or construction accounting systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support financial success of construction projects with accurate cost reporting, billing support, and financial analysis throughout the project lifecycle.
• Partner with Project Managers to monitor job costs and forecast performance; identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Review project cost activity, prepare financial reports, perform monthly cost reviews, analyze cash flow, and provide insights for decisions.
• Coordinate owner billings, review and post change orders, maintain billing documentation, and ensure contract-aligned activities.
• Prepare journal entries, review budgets, monitor cost allocations, and maintain audit-ready records.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Operations, and Accounting teams to support project execution and financial reviews.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and document system improvements.

Skills

Cost accounting

Analytical skills

Organization

Problem-solving

Communication

Multi-tasking

Excel

Project teams collaboration

CMiC experience

Located in Madison

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

CMiC

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Findorff is seeking a Project Cost Accountant in Madison, WI to support the financial success of construction projects. You will partner with Project Managers to provide accurate cost reporting, billing support, and financial analysis throughout each project's lifecycle.

You will review costs, forecast performance, and help resolve financial issues before they impact outcomes, while coordinating owner billings and maintaining financial records for audit readiness.