Project Cost Accountant

POSITION: Project Cost Accountant SHIFT: M-F 8am to 5pm (Varied Hour based on Business Demands) PAY RATE: $74k - $81k+ (DOE) + Full Benefit Package LOCATION: Fargo, ND SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES The Project Cost Accountant is responsible for supporting the financial management and reporting of fabrication and construction projects from award through closeout. This role ensures accurate job cost tracking, supports WIP and forecasting, and provides financial analysis in partnership with Project Managers, Operations, and the Finance team. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Embrace and demonstrate the qualities of the TrueNorth Steel Game Changer definition. Maintain accurate job cost records for labor, materials, and subcontractors. Review and analyze project cost activity to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper coding. Support cost-to-complete estimates and forecast updates in collaboration with Project Managers. Partner with Project Managers to develop, track, and maintain change orders. Ensure change orders are properly recorded and aligned across all required systems. Investigate cost variances and assist in preparing internal change orders for overruns and underruns. Create and manage purchase orders for project-related items not processed through the purchasing department. Review and complete cost allocations to projects monthly for P-Card transactions. Set up project resources and the estimated cost of completion on new projects within the ERP system. Track unbilled revenue, over/under billings, and retainage balances. Participate in monthly project reviews with Project Managers. Provide support and backup to team members as needed. Prompt and dependable attendance. Other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND QUALITIES High proficiency and knowledge of Microsoft Office with excellent Excel skills. Good organizing as well as prioritizing abilities. Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy. Good understanding of internal controls. Good communication skills. Good judgment and problem-solving abilities. Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Ability to work independently and with remote team members. The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience. Previous experience in project accounting role or similar function. Prior manufacturing or construction industry experience preferred.