Senior Cost & Project Accountant

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

Job summary

Connectly Recruiting is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Cost Accountant to lead project accounting, develop labor absorption rates, and support pricing, billing, and margin analysis. The role includes financial reporting, general ledger activities, and month-end close to ensure accurate records.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience, a Bachelor’s in Accounting, proficiency with ERP systems (Dynamics preferred), and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with integrated ERP and data entry systems; Dynamics is a plus.
• Experience with general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience in project/job/service cost accounting; professional services or field services background preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP and US accounting principles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; 3-5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update absorption rates for labor burden and materials for pricing and billing.
• Perform project accounting: cost tracking, unbilled revenue accruals, profitability reporting.
• Analyze rate spreads and gross margin; advise pricing changes and provide KPI reports.
• Reconcile timekeeping, payroll, and billing to capture labor costs on projects.
• Collaborate with operations to review cost centers, coding, allocations; resolve discrepancies.
• Support monthly close, GL maintenance, and GAAP reconciliations.
• Prepare documentation for external auditors and liaise with banks/insurers as needed.
• Assist Controller with financial analysis and process improvements.

Skills

Numerical & analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

Time management

Team player / independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

3-5 years of experience

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

ERP systems

Job description

Connectly Recruiting is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Cost Accountant to lead project accounting, develop labor absorption rates, and support pricing, billing, and margin analysis. The role includes financial reporting, general ledger activities, and month-end close to ensure accurate records.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience, a Bachelor’s in Accounting, proficiency with ERP systems (Dynamics preferred), and strong analytical and communication skills.