Job Cost Accountant Job at NorthPoint Search Group, Norcross, GA

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  • NorthPoint Search Group
  • Norcross, GA

Job Description

Job Cost Accountant

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Who: A detail-oriented construction accounting professional with strong job cost and WIP reporting experience in civil or infrastructure projects.
What: Track, analyze, and report project costs while partnering with Project Managers and Operations to maintain budget integrity and accurate financial reporting.
Where: In-office role supporting civil and infrastructure construction projects.
When: Hiring immediately to support active and growing project operations.
Why: To strengthen cost visibility, forecasting accuracy, and financial discipline across projects.
Salary: Competitive base salary aligned with experience and market benchmarks, plus comprehensive benefits.

Job Summary

The Job Cost Accountant is responsible for accurate tracking, analysis, and reporting of construction project costs throughout the project lifecycle. Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role partners closely with Project Managers, Operations, and Field Leadership to ensure proper cost coding, reliable WIP reporting, and proactive identification of cost trends and risks. The ideal candidate has strong construction accounting experience and proficiency in Viewpoint Vista, HCSS HeavyJob, or similar ERP systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate job cost records across labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and indirect costs.

  • Review and reconcile job cost details for proper cost coding and alignment with project budgets.

  • Monitor cost-to-complete and support forecasting with Project Managers.

  • Identify cost variances and communicate financial risks and trends to leadership.

  • Support monthly job cost close, including accruals, adjustments, and WIP reporting.

  • Assist with preparation and review of progress billings, subcontractor billings, commitments, and purchase orders.

  • Support revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP.

  • Prepare and analyze Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and financial reports.

  • Resolve billing discrepancies in coordination with project teams.

  • Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and contract requirements.

  • Support audits by providing reconciliations and job cost documentation.

  • Develop dashboards and automated reporting tools to enhance cost visibility.

  • Provide training to field and project staff on cost coding and job cost best practices.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).

  • 3+ years of construction or job cost accounting experience (civil, heavy highway, or infrastructure preferred).

  • Strong understanding of job cost accounting, WIP reporting, and construction billing practices.

  • Proficiency in construction ERP systems (e.g., Viewpoint Vista or similar); HCSS HeavyJob experience preferred.

  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

  • High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

  • Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary

  • Medical insurance

  • Dental insurance

  • Vision insurance

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Financial wellness and retirement planning resources

  • Company-paid life and disability insurance

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Company holidays


Job Cost Accountant for civil construction. Manage WIP, forecasting, billing, and ERP reporting to ensure accurate project cost control and GAAP compliance.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, For subcontractor, Work at office, Immediate start

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