Cost Accountant

Description Position Overview:As a Cost Accountant at you will be responsible for accurately tracking and analyzing project costs, ensuring that financial information is up-to-date and accurate. Your expertise in cost analysis, Excel proficiency, and construction industry experience will enable you to provide valuable insights that contribute to informed decision-making.Requirements Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with project managers and cross-functional teams to gather data and analyze project costs.

Monitor and control project expenditures, identifying cost-saving opportunities and areas for improvement.

Develop and maintain accurate project cost estimates and budgets.

Prepare detailed cost reports, variance analysis, and performance metrics.

Utilize advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPS, XLOOKUPS, Sum IF's, and Pivot Tables, to efficiently process and analyze large datasets.

Work closely with the finance team to ensure accurate allocation of costs and adherence to financial procedures.

Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes related to cost accounting.

Contribute to the development of cost accounting policies and procedures.

Provide financial insights to support project bids and proposals.

Participate in ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as needed.

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