Process and analyze financial and transactional data for North American business units in accordance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.
Validate revenue recognition and cost of goods sold (COGS) to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Monitor and manage project costs, margins, and forecasts throughout the project lifecycle.
Conduct regular project cost reviews with project managers to track performance against budget and completion milestones.
Support monthly balance sheet reconciliations and assist with annual external audits.
Prepare and support budgets and forecasts related to project backlog, active projects, and sales prospects.
Complete the bookings process, including reporting new orders and maintaining accurate system entries.
Reconcile warranty��related project costs and accruals.
Assist with internal control, compliance, and risk management activities under the guidance of the Controller.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with operations and project managers to support financial decision‑making.
Perform all duties in accordance with established safety procedures and company policies.
Other duties may be assigned as required.

3 years of finance or accounting experience.
Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance
Strong analytical skills to interpret complex industry related documents.
Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries and complaints.
Strong Excel expertise required.
Experiences with general ledgers, accounts payable/receivable systems, fixed asset accounting, inventory tracking and control, cash management, banking, with knowledge of other systems and processes.

medical
dental
vision
life insurance
accident insurance
critical illness insurance
hospital indemnity insurance
auto insurance
home insurance
pet insurance
identity theft protection
short-term and long-term disability
401k
pension plans
retirement health care benefits
short-term incentives
vacation (12 days)
holidays
parental leave
employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates)
discount on daycare services and caregiver services
adoption assistance
group legal services
employee assistance program
employee discount program
education assistance program
on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations.

Cost and Project Accountant

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