Cost Accountant

Place of work Fort Wayne
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Job description, work day and responsibilities

Qualifications
???? 3+ years of cost accounting experience – ideally in the construction industry
???? Deep understanding of job costing, WIP reporting, and construction contracts
???? Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail
???? Excellent communication & problem-solving skills – you can break down financial data for non-financial teams
Benefits
???? Salary: $+0,000 - $120,000
???? Competitive salary & benefits in a supportive, team-oriented culture
Responsibilities
If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment and love bringing financial precision to large-scale projects, this role is for you!
✅ Own the numbers – Analyze and track project costs, budgets, and financial performance to drive profitability
✅ Be the bridge – Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and procurement teams to ensure accurate cost reporting
✅ Forecast with confidence – Assist in job cost projections, variance analysis, and financial reporting
✅ Sharpen the bottom line – Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements
✅ Stay compliant – Ensure adherence to GAAP, company policies, and industry regulations
✅ Support month-end & year-end close – Reconcile job cost accounts, prepare financial reports, and assist in audits
Job description
Cost Accountant – Large National Construction Company

???? Salary: $+0,000 - $120,000

???? Location: Fully Onsite

???? Industry: Construction

Join a powerhouse in the construction industry! We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Cost Accountant to optimize project profitability, track financial performance, and ensure cost efficiency. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment and love bringing financial precision to large-scale projects, this role is for you!

What You’ll Do

✅ Own the numbers – Analyze and track project costs, budgets, and financial performance to drive profitability.

✅ Be the bridge – Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and procurement teams to ensure accurate cost reporting.

✅ Forecast with confidence – Assist in job cost projections, variance analysis, and financial reporting.

✅ Sharpen the bottom line – Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.

✅ Stay compliant – Ensure adherence to GAAP, company policies, and industry regulations.

✅ Support month-end & year-end close – Reconcile job cost accounts, prepare financial reports, and assist in audits.

What You Bring

???? Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or CMA a plus!)

???? 3+ years of cost accounting experience – ideally in the construction industry.

???? Deep understanding of job costing, WIP reporting, and construction contracts.

???? Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.

???? Expert in Excel & ERP systems (experience with construction-specific software is a plus).

???? Excellent communication & problem-solving skills – you can break down financial data for non-financial teams.

Why Join Us?

???? Work for a nationwide industry leader with high-profile projects.

???? Career growth in a dynamic and financially strong company.

???? Impactful role where your insights shape multi-million-dollar projects.

???? Competitive salary & benefits in a supportive, team-oriented culture.

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Company Name: Creative Financial Staffing (CFS)
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Offer ID: #1017331, Published: 2 weeks ago, Company registered: 7 months ago

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