Senior Cost Accountant

Soap Creek Resources; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Job summary

Soap Creek Resources is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Cost Accountant to lead labor-based absorption rates for pricing, billing, and margin analysis. The role also supports financial reporting, GL activities, and month-end closing processes to ensure accurate records.

Responsibilities include project cost tracking, variance analysis, and collaboration with operations to resolve discrepancies. Requires 3–5 years of experience and a Bachelor’s in Accounting.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with an integrated ERP and data entry systems, Microsoft Dynamics experience is a plus.
• Accounting experience with a strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience in project, job, or service-based cost accounting; staffing, professional services, or field services industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and U.S. GAAP.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and periodically update absorption rates for labor burden and consumables to ensure full cost recovery and accurate pricing and billing.
• Perform project accounting, including job cost tracking, unbilled revenue accruals, and profitability reporting.
• Analyze pay rate vs. bill rate spreads and gross margin by customer, project, and division; recommend pricing adjustments.
• Reconcile timekeeping, payroll, and billing data to ensure labor costs are captured and charged accurately.
• Review cost centers, expense coding, and allocations with divisional operations; provide recommendations to Controller.
• Support monthly close for multiple entities, including journal entries and GAAP account reconciliations.
• Prepare documentation for external auditors and liaise with banks/insurance companies as needed.
• Assist Controller with financial analysis, system changes, and process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Integrated ERP systems

Job description

Senior Cost Accountant

Salary $80,000.00- $ 95,000.00 + Bonus + 401 K

seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant – Cost & Financial Reporting to lead project accounting and develop and maintain labor-based absorption rates supporting pricing, billing, and margin analysis. This position will also support financial reporting, general ledger activities, and month-end closing processes, helping maintain accurate financial records, analyze project costs and variances, and support operational reporting.

Educational / Experience Requirements

·Proficiency with an integrated ERP and data entry systems, Microsoft Dynamics experience is a plus.

·Accounting experience with a strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting.

·Experience in project, job, or service-based cost accounting; staffing, professional services, or field services industry experience preferred.

·Knowledge of accounting principles and U.S. (GAAP).

·Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.

·3-5 years of experience

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and periodically update absorption rates for labor burden (wages, payroll taxes, workers' compensation, benefits, travel/per diem, and training) and for consumables and materials passed through to customers, ensuring full cost recovery and accurate pricing and billing.
• Perform project accounting, including job/project cost tracking, unbilled revenue accruals, and project and customer profitability reporting.
• Analyze pay rate vs. bill rate spreads and gross margin by customer, project, and division; recommend pricing adjustments and develop reports communicating financial results, cost trends, and key performance indicators.
• Reconcile timekeeping, payroll, and billing data to ensure labor costs are accurately captured and charged to the correct projects.
• Work with divisional operations teams to review cost centers, expense coding, and allocations, resolve discrepancies, and provide recommendations to the Controller.
• Support the monthly close for multiple entities, including journal entries, U.S. GAAP account reconciliations, analysis of significant accounts, and general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare documentation for external auditors and interact with outside organizations, such as banks and insurance companies, as needed.
• Assist the Controller and management with financial analysis, system changes, process improvements, and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

·Proficient level of numerical and analytical problem-solving skills

·Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information.

·Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

·Team member mentality with ability to work independently adhering to established internal control procedures with minimal supervision and quality assurance mindset.