Below are the 11 Cost & Project Accountants with various industries & other systems experience. The Thor Group® provides financial, accounting, bookkeeping and payroll specialists who know your industry and your systems on a consulting, contracting or direct hire basis.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this Cost accountant with experience working in petroleum and professional services industries? Educational attainment is composed of Associate of Arts (Major in Accounting and in Management), Bachelors of Arts Major in Accounting, Master’s Business Administration and Master’s degree of Information Systems Management. Credentials include Six Sigma Green Belt Certification. Technical skills involve SAP (MM, CO, ISOIL, FI and PM) and Hyperion software applications. This accounting and technology driven professional has extensive and varied experiences in a $10 Billion annual sales production facility.

Contributed to the organization’s success by using proficiencies in SAP to include the FI (financial), CO (Cost) and MM (Materials Management) modules in completing tasks. While employed as a Cost accountant, verified proper allocation for SAP expenses based on Cost center and project. Tasks included rolling up expenses in SAP “assessment” on a monthly basis to capture Cost on the trial balance. Additionally, calculated Cost of goods sold based on a moving average Cost in SAP and Excel, as well as performed inventory cycle counts reconciliation on a monthly basis based upon LIFO valuation.

Supported organizational goals by working on asset teams to provide operations department expense actuals vs. budget and Ad hoc reporting. Moreover, provided product Price variation analyses, as well as posted accruals to expense Cost in the period that it occurred. Furthermore, booked goods receipt for purchased raw material and goods issue for sales in SAP.

Would a detail-oriented cost accountant with experience working in food production, packaging/container and computer network industries fit in your organization? Educational attainment is composed of BS Accounting. Software proficiencies involve Oracle 11i and R12, Excel, dBase, extensive experience using: MRP Systems, Integrated network systems and other packages.

Some accomplishments included integration and maintenance of Bill of Materials (Process Engineer) as well as developing Cost Model including formulas, Operations/Routings, Resources, analysis of labor and overhead: Recipes. While working in a food production company as an OPM cost accountant (Oracle Processing Manufacturing 11i & R12), reviewed Oracle production batch detail and validated date input prior closing batch. This specialist approved and certified each Cost Batch Yield to formula (Production Supervisor). Additionally, did manufacturing sales Journal cost review and inventory cost (monthly Valuation Inventory Report).

Shared expertise by revising all products cost vs. cost of sales model to ensure accurate margins, as well as introducing new cost techniques that were implemented as standard procedure. While employed in a packaging & container company as a cost accountant, redesigned work-in-process base in time studies and overhead rates, as well as participated and managed semestral physical inventory. Moreover, implemented cost accounting system as well as conducted and analyzed administrative expenses including fringe benefits for accurate rates on labor and overhead.

Would hiring a project accountant with experience working in real estate, construction and software industries help meet the needs of your organization? Educational attainment is composed of BS in Accounting and BS in Business Management & Finance. Skills in computer applications include Sage 300/ Timberline (now Sage 300 CRE), TimberScan, JD Edwards and QuickBooks.

Acting as a project accountant in a real estate company, processed invoices for multiple departments – food/ beverage, operations and development. Key duties were directing preparation of project’s budget by liaising with project managers, as well as reviewing and processing contracts, purchase orders, and change orders. Also, assisted with month end close ad-hoc analysis.

While working for a construction company, assisted project managers in cost controlling support for all projects, as well as monitored, tracked, and reviewed all invoices or claims from subcontractors for accuracy and reporting. Some of the tasks were entering new projects/Schedule of Values (SOVs)/vendors/clients in Sage Timberline, as well as creating and collecting dollar/percentage sub-lien waivers. Additional responsibilities were creating vendor/subcontractor invoices, weekly A/P final review sheets, timely PM Timesheets, purchase-change orders, as well as proactively managing project-related issues on account or assignment. Furthermore, assisted in creating multi-million-dollar client contracts, as well as assisted the PMs in monitoring, the cost, progress, and productivity of multi-projects. Similarly, tracked all budget/construction costs by creating job costing reports in Sage Timberline.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a senior project accountant with experience working in commercial services and construction industries? Educational attainment is composed of AS Accounting, BS Communications and BS Accounting, Minor in Engineering Management. Computer skills involve Deltek Costpoint, Deltek GCS Premier, Oracle Applications and Peachtree. Professional certifications consist of Certificate in WAWF (Wide Area Workflow) Application System, Certificate in FAR (Federal Acquisitions Regulations), Certificate in Contracts (Introduction to Contract Types), Certificate in Contract Closeouts and Certificate in Excel (Advance Level).

Serving in a commercial services company as a senior project accountant and AP lead, maintained revenue recognition and billing aspects of diverse projects within Oracle Applications, Deltek Costpoint and Deltek GCS Premiere (project labor setups, billing and revenue formulas, project workforce controls). Also, managed monthly revenue processing functions by reviewing and analyzing project costs, revenue and margins, researched and resolved variances and posted revenue entries in Oracle and Deltek accounting systems. Additionally, was responsible for all sub consultants processes; reading and interpreting sub consultant agreements, creating purchase requisition in Oracle and Deltek system, as well as processing of invoices and payment releases.

As a project accountant, managed incurred cost making sure it was properly charged and classified in a timely fashion by analyzing margin and reconciling unbilled balances. Part of the job was to conduct monthly project reviews of project data; ensuring all risks, bonuses and penalties associated with project performance are quantified, reflected and reported correctly by performing reconciliation steps to ensure accuracy and compliance. Furthermore, provided recommendations based on findings.

Does a detail-oriented cost accountant with experience working in the office supply, biotechnology and auto manufacturing industries fit in your organization? Technological proficiency includes JD Edwards, Microsoft Office Suite, MAS 500, MAS 90, SAP and more.

As a cost accountant in a biotechnology company, roles involved the timely processing of accumulated purchased and manufacturing costs for products manufactured and shipped during an accounting period. The development of a reasonable and effective system to account for the cost of inventory maintained including raw materials, work-in-process, semi-finished/ finished and for calculating the cost of goods sold in the general ledger were also finalized. Another task was to provide accounting assistance to logistics, materials management and production personnel regarding raw materials and other product costs.

Serving in a manufacturing company as a cost accountant, managing all financial processes for manufacturing and supply chain by providing in-depth variance analyses of actual costs and inventory vs. plan was a key task carried out. Leading annual standard cost build, operations budget build, physical inventory and other key processes was also performed. Additional responsibilities were composed of preparing financial models and sensitivity analysis that enabled decision making on capital purchases, make vs. buy, and manufacturing process changes.

Could the future success of your organization be helped by this senior project accountant with work experience in real estate, architecture and building materials industries? Educational background consists of Bachelor Degree Major in Accounting and Bachelor Degree Major in Business Marketing (minor in Communication Studies). Computer skills involve Sage 300/ Timberline (now Sage 300 CRE), TimberScan, ADP, QuickBooks and Peachtree/Sage 50.

Contributed to the organization’s success by using Sage 300/ Timberline and TimberScan in entering over 1000 invoices monthly for job costing of 6 projects including hotels and luxury condos, as well as invoice requisitions from subcontractors. While employed in a real estate company as a senior project accountant, requested waiver and certificate of insurance from subcontractors to issue checks, as well as entering change orders and applying to existing invoices. Some of the tasks were preparing draw details each month for all projects with invoice backup, submitting to controller, vice president and bank for review, as well as issuing about 150-300 checks each month to subcontractors and vendors.

Supported organizational goals and objectives by setting up new construction project, reviewing project contracts, tracking invoices, bills, calculating union workers’ working hours, and expenses, following up over 100 projects from beginning to end. While employed in an architecture company as a project accountant, prepared each project with documents, contracts, notarized waiver, certificate of insurance, check payment stubs, purchase order, invoices. Furthermore, worked closely with project owners, project managers, construction companies, architects and project personnel daily.

What opportunities can employing a cost accountant with experience in the manufacturing, retail and apparel industries offer your company? This business administration graduate’s computer knowledge consists of Epicor, Microsoft Dynamics, Essentus, Oracle, SAP, Siebel, AS/400 (JBA), Hyperion Enterprise, BusinessObjects and other applications. Areas of expertise also include full cycle accounting; budgeting; forecasting; product mix analysis; GL maintenance; and other operations. Certifications earned are on Oracle v12 Financial Systems, SCM600 Process in Sales & Distribution and Internal Auditor for ISO 9001-2000. The individual also has degrees in computer network engineering and computer science.

For a consumer goods manufacturer, this senior cost accountant implemented a retail cycle count program and took charge of overall inventory accuracy. The job also called for being in charge of month-end close process and reconciliations, including intercompany transactions and journal entries. Inventory oversight and reconciliations (i.e. receiving, variance reporting, and oversight of cycle counts results performed) were also carried out. Other key concerns were standard cost setup, intercompany billing/ pricing, cogs reconciliation and analysis. In addition to maintenance of Epicor and Merchandising setup, this accountant also handled System Conversions (NetSuite to Epicor E9, Epicor E9 to Microsoft Dynamics).

Another job for the same firm involved taking care of financial analysis of store profitability as well as calculating breakeven point and forecasting by store pro forma P&L to calculate future BT earnings. The individual provided oversight of the POS auditing module (sales audit) in Epicor, one direct report that handled the administration of sales audit.

Is impacting your organization with a Cost accountant with work experience in manufacturing, automotive and IT services industries a current business consideration? Educational attainment is composed of Master in Accounting. Credentials include SAP FICO Certification. This SAP user has a very good understanding of the ways that large accounts think, Purchase, and react to changing business conditions.

While employed in an automotive company, cleared Open GRs stuck in error due to Price or quantity discrepancies and opened GRs reduced by 40% by forming taskforce with logistics, purchasing and finance members. Also, reduced non-posted invoices to the extent of 70% by involving shared services in posting invoices in a timely manner to ensure all invoices were captured in the system. Other accomplishments were significant reduction in unposted invoices, reduction in vendor outstanding by 50%, resolving errors in the self-Billing process, automating Billing system with reduction in invoice errors by 50%.

Part of the job as a Cost accountant in a car manufacturing company was to be responsible for Cost accounting analysis to identify, analyze, and evaluate Cost-related data, expenditures and standards to validate and ensure the accuracy of inventory as well as Cost of sales data. Key duties were being responsible for maintaining accurate Cost and sales Price for vehicles/ parts. Created costing run for Cost of materials and of parts when needed. Furthermore, did daily monitoring and resolving interface errors relating to vehicles, as well as extracted Cost of parts as requested from other departments. Additionally, performed daily monitoring the vehicles in the SAP system and clearing the error logs.

Does a cost accountant who is knowledgeable in Sage 50/Peachtree and QuickBooks Pro with experience in manufacturing, distribution and professional services industries pique your interest? Technical knowledge includes Sage 50/Peachtree and QuickBooks Pro/Enterprise Solutions. Educational attainment includes Accounting Course and Bachelor of Music Education.

Major responsibilities included organizing accounting systems and simplifying tasks with change over to Computerized Accounting System. Setting up Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets was efficiently handled to calculate worker’s compensation as well as payroll tax monthly and quarterly reporting. Analyzing checking accounts for cash flow discrepancies and cash overage/shortages with efforts resulting in identifying over $100,000 in previous bookkeeping errors was one of the important contributions. Sales order documentation was streamlined from individual MS Word files to MS Excel workbook. Strong background in accounting methodologies and practices was also required. The staff was trained in handling chart of accounts and accounts payable to maintain consistently accurate accounting of funds.

The job covered utilizing strong background in QuickBooks Pro/Enterprise Solutions and Sage 50/Peachtree. This specialist worked with Sage 50/Peachtree, MS Office Suite, Onsite Check Scanning for Bank Deposits and UPS Online. Payroll back tax issues were analyzed, incorrect wage reporting were discovered from the previous accountant and incorrect billing was rectified, resulting in $20,000 worth of taxes not owed. Tasks involved job costing with budget to actual reporting. General ledger account analysis as well as month and year end journal entries were recorded. Cash flow management was also completed. Payroll and payroll taxes were filed (Federal, state and local). Accounts payable was handled with three-way matching.

Does a cost accountant who is knowledgeable in Sage 300/Timberline, Sage 50/Peachtree and Yardi with experience in the construction and engineering industries pique your interest? Technical knowledge includes Sage 300/Timberline, Sage 50/Peachtree and Yardi. Educational attainment includes B.S. Accounting.

Major responsibilities in a construction company included developing and implementing a process to expedite handling of subcontractors’ AIA invoices. Accounting support was provided for ongoing construction projects. The accounts payable was monitored for multiple projects to ensure that invoices were not duplicated. Reviewing and adjusting subcontractors’ invoice drafts for accuracy prior to forwarding to project managers for approval were some of the key roles. Ensuring that all final invoices were accurate and consistent with revised draft subcontractors’ invoices approved by project managers was one of the contributions. Accounts for vendors were researched and reconciled. The construction cost between cost reports and actuals for project close was also reconciled.

The job covered reviewing the original budget versus actual costs and identifying variances with explanation. Cost tracking was analyzed to generate internal and external financial reports. Procuring materials and services essential to project were handled through completive pricing and negotiations. Financial statements were prepared for month-end and year-end closing. Generating forecasting project cost/revenue to determine profit margin was part of the duties.

Would it be beneficial for your organization to employ a project accountant with experience working in commercial services, design and architecture industries? Educational attainment is composed of Radiology and Paralegal Program. Professional credentials include Microsoft Word Training Course Certificate and Excel Training Course Certificate. Software skills consist of Deltek Vision, Timetrax, Summations, Legaltrax and GroupWise.

Serving in a commercial services company as a project accountant, applied fees & cost to invoices in Deltek Vision, edited/revised and processed invoices, as well as corresponded with clients, vendors & consultants regarding A/R & A/P. Some of the tasks were carrying out A/P process consultant invoices & distributing payments based upon percent complete or hourly labor, as well as doing A/P and creating vouchers for vendors and distributing payments. Moreover, worked on A/R apply payments from clients to invoices & deposit electronically, as well as reviewed government contracts and corresponded to billing requirements.

As a billing accountant in a design company, applied Project Manager engineering fees and cost to invoices to Deltek Vision, as well as created and uploaded Excel spreadsheet invoices, Deltek Vision & Electronic Billing. This professional reviewed government contracts and corresponded to billing requirements & A/R. Serving in an architecture company as an accounting coordinator/administrative assistant, applied fees & cost to invoices in Deltek Vision, edited/revised and processed invoices, as well as corresponded with clients, vendors & consultants regarding A/P, A/R & issue payments.