CTS Careers

We are seeking an experienced Construction Cost Accounting Clerk to join our team. The JR. Cost Accountant is a mid-level role focused on supporting a project in accounting and finance related functions.This position reports to the Senior Cost Accountant and conducts cost accounting duties for multiple civil construction projects. This position requires knowledge of basic accounting principles and accounting functions along with solid organizational, communication, problem-solving and technology experience. Job cost and construction experience is key for this position.


Job Description

• Assist with the preparation of monthly invoice packages for all billable projects, including all applicable backup.
• Join monthly accounting meetings with the project management team to review upcoming projections/billings.
• Investigate the project variances and submit these variance reports to management.
• Apply required construction accounting standards and procedures to the recording and reporting of construction activity.
• Set up jobs, budget control, subcontracts, and change orders in accounting system.
• Work closely with Project Managers from beginning to end of project to ensure receivables and payables are handled properly and timely.
• Understand terms in owner contracts and subcontractor contracts to ensure accuracy and timeliness of progress billings and payments.
• Understand and maintain standard cost codes in accounting system.
• Understand the concept of bidding for a project and recording the actual cost against the bid/budget.
• Review vendor invoices weekly for accuracy and payment.
• Communicate with Crew Leaders and external vendors and subcontractors via phone and email.


Qualifications
• At least 2 years of construction cost accounting experience
• Combination of work experience and education will be considered. Associate's degree in business is preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products to include Excel, Word, SharePoint, Teams and Outlook in Office 365 cloud environment
• Experience with QuickBooks
• Experience working with Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key excel functions is preferred
• Effective communication (both oral and written), organization and interpersonal skills.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies
• Ability to balance multiple tasks and responsibilities
• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and passionate for continuous improvement
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship, both now and in the future
• Must have a valid Driver’s License

Salary Commensurate with experience

CTS Excavations values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive wages and a range of benefits including:
• 401k with up to 4% company match
• BCBS Health Insurance with shared employee / employer costs
• Company paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Company paid Continuing Education Opportunities
• Several paid holidays each year
• Paid time off
• Some of the benefits are available after an evaluation period

This job description does not necessarily represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job, management reserves the right to revise the job or require that other different tasks are performed as circumstances change.

CTS Excavations is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates without regard to age, race, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other protected status.