Cost Accountant

Gemma Power Systems

Cost Accountant overseeing financial reporting and budget analysis for Gemma Power Systems. Responsible for financial closings and audits, while ensuring process improvements.

Posted 7/18/2026full-timeChannelview • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in job cost reporting, budget variance analysis, and financial close processes, with a strong focus on collaboration and process improvement. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experienced in preparing financial documentation and reports.

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Job Cost ReportingBudget Variance AnalysisFinancial Close ProcessesMicrosoft ExcelPublic Accounting Experience

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Hard Skills

Job Cost ReportingBudget Variance AnalysisFinancial Close ProcessesJournal Entries PreparationBalance Sheet ReconciliationIncome Statement ReconciliationWorkpapers PreparationProcess Improvement DocumentationSage 300Microsoft Power BI

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsAbility to Work Under PressureInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft O365Microsoft ExcelSage 300Microsoft Power BI

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or FinanceCPA

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingFinancial ReportingFinancial AnalysisCost AccountingAudit Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Job cost reporting, forecasting, and administration
Analysis of budget variances; other analyses as deemed necessary
Preparation of quarterly forecasting reports
Preparation of various journal entries to support the monthly financial close
Reconciliation of various balance sheet and income statement accounts
Maintaining records of monthly close documentation
Reviewing of processes and procedures for improvement
Periodic site visits to support finance initiatives
Preparation of workpapers to support quarter end and year end requirements
Coordination with external and internal auditors
Documentation of Cost Accountant process manual; update as needed
Documentation of financial process flow charts
Effective communication with other Accountants, Supervisors, Managers, and project team
Support and participate in collaboration activities to promote and implement process improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with a focus in Accounting or Finance
Public accounting experience of 4+ years or equivalent corporate accounting experience
CPA is a plus
Must have detailed working knowledge of Microsoft O365 suite of products, especially Microsoft Excel
Experience with Sage 300 preferred
Microsoft Power BI is also a plus
Highly motivated and self-directed; initiative and a sense of urgency to get things done
Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills
High level of attention to detail and a commitment to quality is required, with ability to recognize discrepancies
Ability to work under pressure on multiple deliverables is a necessity
Excellent organizational skills, including ability to plan and prioritize work
Ability to work productively both independently and when collaborating with others

Benefits

Comp & perks

Advancement & Growth Opportunities
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Comprehensive Nationwide Health and Welfare Benefits
Company-Sponsored Events
Financial Planning and Savings Resources
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Paid Holidays
Work-Life Balance