Cost Accountant

About Alabama GradingOur communities need resilient infrastructure with minimal environmental impact to thrive.This is the call we proudly answer through road building, paving, building demolition, municipal water main replacement, and storm sewer repair.Our dedication goes beyond mere pride; we are deeply obsessed with dirt, dump trucks, excavators, and caring for people.How you'll get to help usEnsure the financial health, integrity, and growth of our small but proud company through financial management and reporting.What you'll get to doCollectand analyze data about our operational costsDevelopand analyzecost standardsCompile Work In Progress(WIP) reportsEstablishcosts of business processes such as administration, labor,etc.Perform account reconciliationsPrepareaudit reports and presenttheir findings to managementRecommendchanges to ourprocesses and policies to reduce cost and maximize profitAdviseupper management on appropriate costing based on financial dataManagethe company's balance sheet and accounting booksSupportother accountants with invoicing and capital expenditureImprove clarity and efficiency in financial tracking and reporting using QuickBooksGuide financial planning and budget creation to allocate resources effectivelyBoost profits by analyzing profit and loss statements to find areas for improvementsBuild relationships with suppliers and secure credit through new vendor partnershipsEnsure accurate and punctual payroll processing for employeesAbout youYou have 3+ years experience performing business accounting and data analysis with QuickBooksYou nerd out on strategic financial planningYou've worked at a small company and thrived on the diverse workload it provides.You welcome the wider business perspectives you gain while making a broader impact in a small organization.Your ability to stay organized in a versatile role is highly valuable.You're a "leave it to me" kind of person, entrepreneurial in nature.You're not looking to follow the blueprint of a well-oiled machine.You're comfortable asking for clarification if needed and then you enjoy rolling up your sleeves to find new ways to increase efficiency, profit and productivity.Determined, self-reliant, and smart.You've got it — and we want it.You're not just all about business and data.You're very much about people, too.You strike the right balance between professionalism and empathy, always seeking win-win outcomes.You foster enduring partnerships built on trust and collaborationEven better (but not required) ifYou have experience in or around the heavy construction industryWhat's in it for youThe best companies show genuine care for their employees.We know that when you're happy at work, you do your best — it's that simple.Expect a helping hand when you need it and true appreciation for the value you provide.It's easy to succeed when you enjoy your work and when your workplace is grateful to have you.3 weeks of paid shutdowns per year (4th of July week and 2 weeks between Christmas and New Years)Additional flexible discretionary PTOMedical, Dental, and Vision insurance (3 deductible levels to choose from) available after probationary period.Typical scheduleThis is an in-office position Monday - Friday 8-4 or 8:30-4:30#J-*****-Ljbffr