Strategic Cost & Project Accounting Lead - Bonus + 401(k)

RRC Solutions Group; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

RRC Solutions Group in Canonsburg, PA seeks a Senior Cost Accountant to lead project accounting and develop labor-based absorption rates to support pricing, billing, and margin analysis.

The role also covers financial reporting, general ledger activities, and month-end closing, ensuring accurate records and insightful cost analysis for management.

Benefits include bonus opportunities and a 401(k) plan, with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and collaboration with operations and finance teams.

Qualifications

• ERP and data entry systems proficiency; Microsoft Dynamics a plus.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience in project, job, or service-based cost accounting; staffing or field services experience preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain absorption rates for labor and materials to ensure full cost recovery.
• Handle project costing, unbilled revenue accruals, and profitability reporting.
• Analyze labor bill rate spreads and margins; suggest pricing adjustments.
• Reconcile timekeeping, payroll, and billing for correct project charging.
• Coordinate with operations to review cost centers and allocations; resolve discrepancies.
• Support monthly close across entities; prepare journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare docs for external auditors and liaise with banks/insurers as needed.
• Assist Controller with financial analysis, system changes, and process improvements.

Skills

ERP proficiency

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Project cost accounting

Experience 3-5 years

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

RRC Solutions Group in Canonsburg, PA seeks a Senior Cost Accountant to lead project accounting and develop labor-based absorption rates to support pricing, billing, and margin analysis.

The role also covers financial reporting, general ledger activities, and month-end closing, ensuring accurate records and insightful cost analysis for management.

Benefits include bonus opportunities and a 401(k) plan, with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and collaboration with operations and finance teams.