Top 73 Cost accountant Jobs in Lake County Il

Job Cost Accountant
Aldridge Electric —Libertyville, IL
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- ERP systems
- Office
- Finance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Project Accountant
Blue Water Builders, Inc —Elk Grove Village, IL
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Cost Accounting Manager
Trova Advisory Group —Pleasant Prairie, WI
- $100,000 - $125,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Management
- CPA
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Staff Accountant
Pirtano Construction —Itasca, IL
- $80,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- CPA
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Cost Accountant
Truity Partners, LLC —Antioch, IL
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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9d
Deputy Controller
Paradigm Healthcare —Skokie, IL
- $115,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 7 years
- Microsoft Excel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Cost Accountant
HRT Solutions —Cary, IL
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Research
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Project Accountant - Construction
Builtech Services LLC —Palatine, IL
- $75,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Finance
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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14d
Payroll and Accounting Specialist
JHB Group, Inc —Richmond, IL
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Finance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Cost Accountant (HYBRID; $105-125K)
#twiceasnice Recruiting —Des Plaines, IL
- $105,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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6d
CPA/ Accountant
Leoforce —Elk Grove Village, IL
- $95,000 - $125,000 a year
- Remote
- CPA
- 5 years
- Finance
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Senior Accountant
CFS —Itasca, IL
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
- Research
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
10d
Property & Entity Accountant Onsite
Ignite Medical Resorts —Park Ridge, IL
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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9d
Accountant II
Lake County Illinois —Vernon Hills, IL
- $63,160.30 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Cost Accountant
CF Industries —Deerfield, IL
- $63,500 - $95,300 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Windows
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Senior Cost Accountant
Lily and Fox —Arlington Heights, IL
- $100,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Data analysis skills
- Mid-level
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Senior Project Accountant
Aldridge Electric —Libertyville, IL
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- CPA
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Project Accountant
BEAR Construction —Rolling Meadows, IL
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- 3 years
Accountant
MacLean-Fogg —Mundelein, IL
- $65,000 - $73,000 a year
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
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2d
Accountant
Parker Plastics, Inc. —Pleasant Prairie, WI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Quick Apply

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Job Cost Accountant

Aldridge Electric -
Libertyville, IL

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Job Details

$70,000 - $90,000 a year

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
On-the-job training
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Accounting experience within construction industry
Data integrity assurance
VLOOKUP function
Accounting systems
Cost accounting analysis
Database maintenance
Construction cost control
Bachelor's degree in finance
ERP systems
Bachelor's degree in business
Accurate transaction records management
Finance
Data integrity and documentation
Job order costing
Financial records management
Construction industry experience
Financial record maintenance
Compliance support tasks
Contract management support tasks
Expenditure monitoring
Bachelor's degree in accounting
Cross-functional collaboration
Business
Associate's degree
Construction change orders
Accounting error correction
Accounting
Communication skills
Budget review
Entry level

Full Job Description

Job Cost Accountant

What we are looking for:

Aldridge is seeking a Job Cost Accountant to ensure the integrity of our financial data by managing the full life cycle of cost codes, setting up new projects, and maintaining accurate budget and changing order records in the accounting system.

What you’ll do:

Cost Code Controls & Data Integrity

Manage Cost Codes: Open, maintain, and close specific cost codes across active projects to ensure accurate tracking of labor, materials, and equipment.
Facilitate Charge Transfers: Review and process transfers of incorrect charges (journal entries) to ensure costs are hitting the right codes and projects.
Audit Support: Monitor cost distributions and flagging variances or misallocated expenses for project management review.

Project Set-Up & Maintenance

System Initiation: Set up new projects in the company’s ERP system based on contract awards, ensuring alignment with project management and estimating teams.
Database Maintenance: Update project records, phases throughout the project lifecycle.
Collaboration: Work closely with Project Managers, Estimating and Risk to ensure accuracy of project records.

Cross-Functional Backup Support

Contract Adjustments: Learn and provide backup support for inputting contract modifications, change orders, and adjustments.
Budget Entry: Assist with entering initial project budgets and subsequent budget revisions into the accounting system during peak periods.

Who you are:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related business field is preferred (associates degree with relevant internship experience also considered).
Experience: 0–2 years of accounting experience. This is an entry-level role; on-the-job training will be provided. (Prior internships or exposure to the construction/engineering industry is a major plus).
Tech Savvy: Strong proficiency in MS Excel (vlookup, formulas, data sorting). Familiarity with construction accounting software CMiC is a plus but not required.
Detail-Oriented: A sharp eye for numbers and data entry accuracy; you catch the small typos before they become big issues.
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with busy project managers in the field and finance executives in the office.

Who we are:

At Aldridge, we invite you to be a part of our dynamic team, where your skills are not only valued but crucial to our success. As we pursue our vision to be the First Choice for Energy and Transportation infrastructure projects, we welcome fresh perspectives and prioritize teamwork to drive our industry-leading safety, innovation, and execution.

Our culture is rooted in family-centeredness, with third-generation leadership guiding our unwavering spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship. With over 2,000 industry experts dedicated to our vision, we actively contribute to and uplift the communities impacted by our infrastructure projects and our Aldridge family.

Built on collaboration and a commitment to mental wellness, our core values create an unparalleled sense of unity and camaraderie within our organization. Through team-building events, open-door policies, and visible executive presence, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive, innovate, and make a meaningful difference. Join us in building the infrastructure that keeps the world moving and connected – become a part of the A-team to start building and strengthening your career today!

What we offer:

The annual base pay for this role is between $70,000 - $90,000. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors, including location, work experience, education, training, transferable skills, business needs, and market conditions. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for a bonus. Aldridge provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Wellness Incentive Programs
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance

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