Job Cost Accountant

About the role

Coppell, TX (On-Site) Job Cost Accountant II will manage project finances from initial budgeting through completion. You will communicate and coordinate with Operations, Sales, and Accounting to gather and provide the necessary information for your responsibilities. Your ability to manage multiple priorities will be crucial in completing tasks accurately while meeting deadlines. Demonstrating sound judgment, based on your knowledge and experience, will be essential for successful task completion and problem-solving with minimal assistance.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing and interpreting statistical and accounting information to evaluate operating results, such as profitability and trends; product cost analysis; preparing reports; communicating findings to various departments
• Serving as a strategic partner to management by providing insights and recommendations based on cost analysis
• Maintaining data and determining cost standards for all products; providing cost data for new or changed products; recording specific entries like efficiency variance and cost of sales
• Executing all equipment sales orders and contracts, including reviewing order packages for accuracy and completeness
• Creating system order entry, purchase orders, work orders; managing the receipt of purchase orders and approval of invoices
• Responsible for inventory control and maintenance, as well as the purchasing of stock and custom inventory

Skills

• Knowledge of Cost Account Principles
• Skilled in using financial software and tools
• Advanced Analytical and Problem-Solving skills
• Ability to effectively communicate complex financial information and data results
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office 365

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Combining experience in accounting, cost accounting, or finance practices of 2 or more years with education is desirable
• Previous experience with cost accounting preferred

Requirements

• In-office work environment
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds
• No planned business travel required
• No supervisory responsibilities