Senior Cost Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at MPS. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.

If you're looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding, Modular Power Solutions (MPS) has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder!

The Senior Cost Accountant is responsible for providing reviews and analysis of project costs and budgets with Division Managers to ensure reasonable presentation in company financials.

• Determine risk factors and present findings to Finance Management

• Mentor and train junior members of the Cost Accounting Dept.

• Review, analyze and prepare company revenue forecasts for distribution to executive management

• Support development of current systems and policies/procedures (Oracle PM tools, finance forms, etc.)

• Assist in the development, implementation and/or maintenance of cost accounting systems related to collection and analysis of job costs and/or budgets.

• Prepare subsidiary accounting and financial documents for divisions including CACs, backlog, invalid time reports and budgets.

• Prepare various cost/statistical reports for corporate management as required/requested.

• Prepare financial data for inclusion in bid proposals, and other similar packages.

• Perform internal audits

• Assist Project Management in resolution of costing issues Travel to regional offices to support operations, conduct month-end reviews, and train operations staff on finance procedures and systems.

• The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position's role within the business unit.

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting or related field or can be a combination of education, training, and relevant experience

• Minimum of 5+ years' finance or accounting experience, preferably in the construction/manufacturing industry .

• Strong understanding of project accounting principles, cost controls, financial reporting, and profitability analysis.

• Experience with Oracle Enterprise Business Suite (EBS), Oracle Fusion Cloud, or other enterprise-level financial systems preferred.

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word

• Training

• Data gathering and analysis

• Attention to detail

• Thorough knowledge of standard accounting procedures, Company policies and all relevant Federal, State and local requirements

• Advanced professional level requiring the incumbent to handle a variety of difficult and unique problems

• Ability to understand and follow standard operating policies and procedures;

• Ability to perform duties in a professional manner

• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.); Oracle preferred

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary

• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude

• Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position

• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player

• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others

• Up to 20%

• General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning

• Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.

• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.

• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

• ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership

• 401 K

• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement

• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays

• 3 days of paid sick leave each year

• 3 days of paid Bereavement leave each year

• 3 days of paid Jury Duty

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Bonding Leave

• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance

• Disability Income Protection Insurance

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)

• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

The pay range for this role is what we expect to pay for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this job description. Candidate's pay can vary based on location, job-related experience, skills, and education.

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business and your career.

MPS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.