Cost Accountant

Description We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Cost Accountant in the civil construction industry, located in Houston, Texas. This key role involves overseeing financial data and cost tracking for ongoing projects, leaning heavily on your understanding of construction cost processes.Responsibilities: Oversee the review of contracts to ensure project billings are accurate, using the Percentage of Completion (POC) method for efficient financial control. Regularly monitor and control project costs, utilizing tools such as Sage 300 (Timberline), TimberScan My Assistant software. Perform account reconciliations with detailed attention to recorded project expenses. Conduct project reconciliations, verify the accuracy of billings to costs, and record cash applications to billings. Communicate effectively with project managers, vendors, and clients to provide regular updates regarding project accounts and financial status. Generate financial reports using Excel (including Power BI and Power Queries), and present clear and concise updates to the management team. Leverage your understanding of the complexities of construction cost processes and your accounting acumen to ensure efficient project outcomes.Requirements Proficiency in Construction Cost estimation and evaluation is crucial Demonstrable experience with percentage (%) of completion method in accounting Previous involvement in Construction Projects is highly desirable Familiarity with Project Billing procedures and standards Strong understanding of Project Cost accounting and control Experience with Contracts, specifically within the construction industry Proficiency in Sage Timberline software is required Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel are essential Experience with Microsoft Power BI for data analysis and visualization is required Proficiency in Power BI for dynamic reporting and data analysis Experience with Power Query for data transformation and reshaping Knowledge of Unit Pricing within construction accounting is essential Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .