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Senior Cost Accountant

Canonsburg, PA, onsite, $80k to $95k

Field
Accounting and controllership
Location
Canonsburg, PA
Work model
Onsite
Level
Senior
Pay
$80k to $95k

About the role

Reconcile timekeeping, payroll, and billing data to ensure labor costs are accurately captured and charged to the correct projects. Work with divisional operations teams to review cost centers, expense coding, and allocations, resolve discrepancies, and provide recommendations to the Controller. Support the monthly close for multiple entities, including journal entries, U.S. GAAP account reconciliations, analysis of significant accounts, and general ledger maintenance. Prepare documentation for external auditors and interact with outside organizations, such as banks and insurance companies, as needed. Assist the Controller and management with financial analysis, system changes, process improvements, and strategic initiatives.

What they are looking for

  • Proficient level of numerical and analytical problem-solving skills.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Team member mentality with ability to work independently adhering to established internal control procedures with minimal supervision and quality assurance mindset.

Everything above is the hiring company’s own words, with the company name taken out. The name, the team, and the interview steps come with the first conversation.

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