Description Cost Accountant Overview:

Join our team as a Cost Accountant, supporting financial management and project cost analysis for our growing construction company. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate tracking of project expenditures, supporting effective budgeting, and facilitating transparent financial reporting to stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

+ Prepare and analyze cost reports for multiple construction projects

+ Review project budgets and track actual costs against estimates

+ Monitor job cost allocations and variance explanations

+ Collaborate with project managers to verify purchase orders, invoices, and expenses

+ Review labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs for accuracy and documentation

+ Evaluate change orders and their financial impact

+ Support month-end and year-end close related to project accounting

+ Maintain cost accounting records and construction project files

+ Assist with forecasting and identifying areas for cost improvement

+ Provide financial summaries to management and support strategic business decisions

Requirements Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field + 2+ years' experience in cost accounting, preferably in construction

+ Familiarity with construction project accounting systems and software (e.g., Sage, Viewpoint, or similar)

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools

+ Strong analytical and communication skills

+ Knowledge of GAAP and construction industry accounting standards How to Apply If this opportunity matches your skills and career aspirations, we encourage you to apply today! Please submit your resume or reach out directly on LinkedIn / Margaret Figueroa or call me on my direct line: 510-296-8872. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Robert Half promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws. How to Apply If this opportunity aligns with your experience and aspirations, please submit your resume or contact me directly via LinkedIn (Margaret Figueroa) or by phone at 510-296-8872. 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .