Job Title: Cost Accountant, Construction (Project Support)
Location: Ashburn, VA 20147
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer / Project Management
FLSA Status: Exempt
Shift: Monday through Friday – 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
ABOUT US
The Poole and Kent Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc. Poole and Kent is one of the leading mechanical contractors in the eastern United States. Our construction and service (mechanical and electrical) experience includes a broad range of commercial and government projects, including data centers, hospitals, sports stadiums, convention centers, hotels, and research laboratories.
SUMMARY
The Cost Accountant assists the company in meeting its objectives and goals by performing a full cycle accounting process as it relates to the pay application process for specific projects. This includes understanding and compliance with established accounting principles, practices, and procedures, as well as regulatory compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and related federal and state laws.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review and develop pay applications in accordance with upstream contractual requirements through communication with the accounting and project operations departments.
- Audit accounts payable invoices specific to project pay applications, vetting packing slips with vendor invoices.
- Audit and collect payroll-related data for the pay application process.
- Ensure all timesheets and time cards are completed accurately and approved by authorized managers.
- Prepare and customize various Excel reports for data feeding into rollup workbooks.
- Develop project pay applications timely and accurately.
- Maintain employee confidence by protecting payroll information.
- Work overtime when necessary to meet deadlines.
- Ensure compliance with accounting principles and practices, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and other federal and state laws.
- Valid state driver’s license is required.
- Ability to meet fitness for duty requirements of upstream clients.
- Ability to meet criminal background check requirements (seven prior years).
- This is not a remote work position.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Construction Management.
- One to three years of related professional cost accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry.
- General accounting fundamentals and concepts required.
- Strong understanding of related accounting practices and procedures.
- Advanced working knowledge of accounting systems software.
- Professional experience with certified payroll requirements.
COMPUTER SKILLS
- Advanced user of Microsoft applications, particularly Excel.
- Proficient knowledge of accounting platforms and Microsoft Access.
- Advanced knowledge of accounting software solutions.
- Proficient user of automated accounts payable platforms.
REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES
- Strong attention to detail and self-proof work for accuracy.
- Professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Emotional intelligence and composure.
- Ability to prioritize work assignments and think independently.
- Commitment to safe work practices and company policies.
- Ability to work collaboratively with peers.
- Effective organization and management of information and processes.
- Commitment to company values.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to effectively communicate with employees, vendors, and suppliers in English, both verbally and in writing.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee must use hands to handle or feel objects. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, and may occasionally lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job in a professional office and/or construction site environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer.
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