• Cost Accounting Analyst

    Aston Carter (St. Paul, MN)


    Job Title: Accounting Analyst

    Job Description

    We are seeking an experienced Accounting Analyst to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for the setup, maintenance, and inactivation of jobs, phases, cost codes, budgets, and contracts. You will ensure all necessary documents are organized and saved, review contracts for tax accuracy, and analyze project-related data to determine productivity and margins.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform accurate setup, maintenance, and inactivation of jobs, phases, cost codes, budgets, and contracts.

    + Ensure contract, change orders, exemption certificates, and OCIP/CCIP insurance documents are saved in master folders.

    + Review contracts for correct tax status and proper wording.

    + Analyze material, labor, and other expenses to determine productivity and project-related data.

    + Capture and classify cost data for accurate project cost determination.

    + Assist Project Managers and accounting team with timely job setup and updates for month-end close.

    + Prepare required reports and graphs, and monitor unallocated labor on jobs.

    + Perform daily and monthly accounting duties, including data mining, analysis, and research.

    + Prepare journal entries to ensure compliance with GAAP.

    + Support inventory accuracy and internal controls, including coordinating physical inventory counts.

    + Validate pcard costs to work orders/jobs and process inventory transfers for job costing.

    + Maintain accurate written procedures for inventory control processes.

    Essential Skills

    + 3+ years of Cost Analyst experience

    + 3+ years of Accounting experience within construction

    + 2+ years of AIA billing experience

    + 2+ years of intermediate Excel experience (pivot tables, v-lookups)

    + Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (not required if 5+ years of industry accounting experience)

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience using CMIC

    Work Environment

    This position offers a hybrid work environment, allowing flexibility to work from any of our locations, Historically, we have embraced remote work and are transitioning to a hybrid return-to-office plan, encouraging candidates who can work from the office a few days a week. Our company culture is centered around treating employees well, offering flexibility, and providing opportunities for growth and taking on new projects.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Saint Paul,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.