Senior Cost Accountant

Workforce Recruiter; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

401(k) plan

Job summary

Workforce Recruiter in Canonsburg, PA is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Cost Accountant to lead project accounting and develop labor-based absorption rates to support pricing, billing, and margin analysis.

This role also covers financial reporting, general ledger activities, and month-end closing, helping maintain accurate records, analyze project costs, and support operational reporting. Strong knowledge of GAAP and ERP systems is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• 3-5 years of experience in cost accounting or related area.
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update absorption rates for labor burden and materials.
• Perform project accounting, cost tracking, and profitability reporting.
• Analyze pay rate vs. bill rate spreads and gross margin by customer/project.
• Reconcile timekeeping, payroll, and billing data to ensure accuracy.
• Support monthly close, journal entries, and GL maintenance.
• Prepare documentation for external auditors and interact with banks/insurers.
• Assist with financial analysis and process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical proficiency

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

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.