Senior Cost Accountant

Rosendin; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership

401 K

Annual bonus program

Job summary

Rosendin in the United States is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to independently manage and analyze project and operational costs, delivering insights that boost profitability across electrical construction projects.

The role emphasizes cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, GAAP compliance, and collaboration with project managers to identify cost-saving opportunities in a fast-growing, employee-owned company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• 5–7 years progressive accounting experience, 3+ years in construction cost accounting.
• CPA or CMA preferred.
• Experience with job costing, variance analysis, and financial reporting for complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain cost accounting systems and reports for project costs, labor, materials, and overhead.
• Perform variance analysis against budgets and forecasts with actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with project managers and procurement to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Lead preparation of cost reports, job cost analyses, profitability reports, and inventory valuations.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and internal controls in cost accounting processes.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes with robust cost data.
• Assist in financial statement preparation with cost of goods sold and inventory valuations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of cost accounting systems and procedures.
• Mentor junior staff in cost accounting principles.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Cost accounting

Excel proficiency

Variance analysis

Communication

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Whether you’re a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.

Why Rosendin?

Committed. Innovative. Engaged.

If you're looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding over 100+ years ago, Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder!

Your Next Opportunity

As a Senior Cost Accountant, you will independently manage and analyze project and operational costs, providing critical financial insights that drive profitability and inform strategic decisions across Rosendin. Your expertise in cost analysis, budgeting, and forecasting directly supports the efficient delivery of complex electrical construction projects nationwide. You will play a vital role in upholding our financial integrity and contributing to our collective success as an employee-owned company.

What You'll Do

• Develop, analyze, and maintain cost accounting systems and reports for project costs, labor, materials, and overhead.
• Perform detailed variance analysis against budgets and forecasts, identifying key drivers and providing actionable recommendations to management.
• Collaborate with project managers, procurement, and operations teams to understand project scope, identify cost‑saving opportunities, and ensure accurate cost tracking.
• Lead the preparation of accurate and timely cost reports, including job cost analysis, profitability reports, and inventory valuations.
• Establish and enforce internal controls related to cost accounting processes, ensuring compliance with company policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Support the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes by providing robust cost data and analytical insights.
• Assist in financial statement preparation by providing accurate cost of goods sold and inventory valuations.
• Participate in the continuous improvement of cost accounting systems and procedures to enhance efficiency and data accuracy.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior accounting staff on complex cost accounting principles and practices.

What You'll Need To Be Successful

• Deep analytical and problem‑solving skills to interpret complex financial data and generate meaningful insights.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and specific expertise in construction cost accounting methodologies.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data modeling for financial analysis.
• Experience working with modern ERP and accounting software systems, ideally in a construction or project‑based environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, managing large volumes of financial transactions and data.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely to both finance and non‑finance personnel.
• Demonstrated independence and proactive initiative in managing responsibilities and identifying process improvements.

What You Bring To Us

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5‑7 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years specifically in cost accounting within the construction industry.
• Proven experience in job costing, variance analysis, and financial reporting for complex projects.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred.

Travel

• Minimal travel required.

Working Conditions

• Work primarily in an office environment, utilizing standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear; occasionally required to lift and carry up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• This role operates in a professional office setting.

YOU Matter – Our Benefits

• ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership
• 401 K
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays
• 3 days of paid sick leave each year
• 3 days of paid Bereavement leave each year
• 3 days of paid Jury Duty
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Bonding Leave
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long‑term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business…and your career.

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.