Cost Accountant, Construction

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We are 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.

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.

The Poole and Kent Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc. The Cost Accountant assists the company in meeting its objectives by performing a full cycle accounting process for the pay application of specific projects. Responsibilities include compliance with accounting principles, Sarbanes‑Oxley Act, and upstream contractual requirements.

• Review and develop pay applications in accordance with upstream contractual requirements.
• Audit accounts payable invoices specific to project pay applications, vetting packing slips with vendor invoices for materials and equipment purchase orders.
• Audit payroll and collect payroll related data for the pay application process, interpreting certified payroll reports and reporting obligations.
• Ensure all timesheets and time cards are accurately completed, approved, and processed through the remote time entry software.
• Prepare and customize various Excel reports, developing source documents for roll‑up Excel workbooks.
• Timely and accurate development of the project pay application.
• Protect payroll information in confidence and within company best practices and policies.
• Work overtime when necessary to meet exceptional deadlines.
• Ensure accounting compliance with accounting principles and practices, Sarbanes‑Oxley Act, and other federal and state law.
• Valid state driver’s license is required.
• Meet fitness for duty and criminal background check requirements (seven prior years).
• This is not a remote work position.

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To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 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 and bona fide fringe benefits.

• Advanced end‑user of Microsoft applications, particularly Excel.
• Proficient with advanced usage and knowledge of accounting platforms and interface with Microsoft Access.
• Advanced usage and knowledge of accounting software solutions and Microsoft Excel.
• Proficient user of automated accounts payable platforms.

• Strong attention to detail and self‑proof work for accuracy.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional emotional intelligence and steadfast composure.
• Ability to discern work assignment priorities and utilize independent thinking within the scope of authority.
• Commitment to performing duties in a safe manner within company policies and state and federal laws.
• Ability to work collaboratively with peers and support teamwork.
• Excellent organization and information management skills.
• Commitment to company values.

Must be able to effectively communicate, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of employees, vendors, and suppliers. Fluency in English both verbally and in writing is required.

Regular sitting, seeing, talking, and hearing are required. Hands used to finger, handle, or feel objects. Regular walking,…