Senior Construction Cost & Asset Accounting Manager

Surf Internet; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Surf Internet is seeking a Construction Cost Accounting Manager in Naperville, IL to oversee project cost accounting, CIP tracking, and fixed assets. You will drive financial analysis, reporting, and compliance across capital projects and grant considerations.

The role requires 5+ years in cost/capital accounting, a 4-year degree, and proficiency with NetSuite, Excel, and Power Automate. On-site work 4–5 days a week with regional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field.
• 5+ years in cost accounting, capital accounting, financial analysis, or related roles.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret financial data.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control costs for fiber network construction and customer installation projects with budgets.
• Conduct regular financial analysis to identify variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and departments to track CIP from planning to capitalization.
• Provide financial guidance and support to project teams and management.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Evaluate financial impact of changes in project scope or timelines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting/economics

MBA/CPA/CMA desirable

Tools

NetSuite

Microsoft Excel

Power Automate

Job description

Surf Internet is seeking a Construction Cost Accounting Manager in Naperville, IL to oversee project cost accounting, CIP tracking, and fixed assets. You will drive financial analysis, reporting, and compliance across capital projects and grant considerations.

The role requires 5+ years in cost/capital accounting, a 4-year degree, and proficiency with NetSuite, Excel, and Power Automate. On-site work 4–5 days a week with regional travel may be required.