Description A well-positioned construction and infrastructure firm in San Diego County is looking for a Cost / Project Accountant to help manage detailed accounting related to job costing, project financials, and capital budgeting. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys tying financial outcomes directly to operational performance and project success. As Cost / Project Accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate project financial data and reporting cost performance to leadership. Youu2019ll work closely with project managers, estimators, and operations to understand labor, materials, and overhead impacts on financial results. Primary Responsibilities + Maintain job cost ledgers and project accounting records + Allocate direct and indirect costs across projects + Monitor project financials including revenue recognition and cost variances + Prepare cost reports, dashboards, and financial summaries + Assist in forecasting project budgets and profitability estimates + Reconcile subcontractor costs, change orders, and retainage accounting + Support audit and compliance activities for project billing Requirements + Bacheloru2019s degree in Accounting or Finance + 3u20136 years of cost/project accounting experience, preferably in construction or project-based environments + Strong analytical skills and cost accounting knowledge + Experience with job cost systems or ERP platforms a strong plus + Excellent written and verbal communication skills Robert Half is the worldu2019s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.
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Cost Accountant