Senior Cost Accountant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Eckceptional Search seeks a Senior Cost Accountant in Canonsburg, PA to lead labor absorption rate development, project costing, and margin analysis. You will support the general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting while ensuring accurate cost tracking for pricing and billing.

The role requires GAAP knowledge, a Bachelor's in Accounting, and 3–5 years' experience in cost accounting or related fields. A strong ERP background is preferred.

Qualifications

• ERP systems proficiency; Microsoft Dynamics a plus.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience in project/cost accounting within professional services or similar.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and periodically update absorption rates for labor burden and for consumables passed to customers to ensure full cost recovery and accurate pricing and billing.
• Perform project accounting, including job/project cost tracking, unbilled revenue accruals, and profitability reporting.
• Analyze pay rate vs. bill rate spreads and gross margin by customer/project; recommend pricing adjustments and develop reports on financial results and KPIs.
• Reconcile timekeeping, payroll, and billing data to ensure labor costs are captured and charged to correct projects.
• Collaborate with operations teams to review cost centers, expense coding, and allocations; resolve discrepancies and advise Controller.
• Support monthly close for multiple entities, including journal entries and GL maintenance.
• Prepare documentation for external auditors and liaise with banks/insurers as needed.
• Assist management with financial analysis, system changes, and process improvements.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Time management

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

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.