Construction Cost Accounting Analyst

The purpose of your role as a Cost Accounting Analyst
As a Cost Accounting Analyst, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate, complete and timely job cost and inventory to support the financial statements.
This role can be performed hybrid remote or fully in-office, based out of the Harris corporate headquarters in St. Paul, MN or a regional office.
* Perform accurate setup, maintenance, OCIP/CCIP designation, and inactivation of jobs, phases, cost codes, budgets, contracts, etc. Ensure contract, change orders, exemption certificates and OCIP/CCIP insurance documents exist and are saved in the master folders. Review contracts to ensure correct tax status and proper wording is included in the contract.
* Analyze material, labor, or other expenses to determine productivity, margin, and other project-related data. Capture and classify cost data to determine accurate costs associated with projects. Analyze job cost changes and the related impact on margin.
* Assist Project Managers and accounting team with timely work order/ job setup and job updates for month end close and PM reviews, etc. Prepare required reports and graphs. Monitor unallocated labor on jobs and work with PM's to correct.
* Perform daily / monthly accounting duties including trouble shooting of differences and errors through data mining, detail analysis and research. Prepare journal entries to ensure financial transactions are properly recorded and in compliance with GAAP to ensure accurate financial records.
* Perform inventory support to ensure accuracy of transactions and internal controls. Coordinate physical inventory count, reconciliation, and analysis of fab shop inventory (if applicable).
What we're looking for in you
* Accounting Experience with general ledger, accounts payable, Cost Accounting, payroll, and inventory in a service or construction environment
* 5+ years of experience with accounting and financial reporting systems
* Fundamental knowledge of US GAAP and Accounting practices
* Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP's and pivot tables)
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related, or equivalent years of experience preferred
Your life at Harris
As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!
From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.
Harris Benefits + Compensation
* Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
* 401K with company match
* Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
* Paid Parental leave
* Short-Term Incentive Plan
Visit our Careers Page for additional benefits details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance
Pay Range: $54,282 - $81,423 annually
The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
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