Cost Engineer - Construction jobs in Madison, WI

Are you looking for an opportunity to move your career forward with an established industry leader? Join our team at Zalk Josephs Fabricators! Zalk Josephs Fabricators is a leader in high quality structural steel fabrication and has been in business for over a century.  Zalk Josephs supplies fabricated structural steel across the Midwest and has built their reputation on proven performance, technological leadership and a strong commitment to meeting customer expectations. Zalk Josephs’ facility is near Madison, WI in Stoughton and has annual revenue of about $65M with over 100 employees.

This role requires strong attention to detail, organization skills, knowledge of accounting principles, familiarity with industry standards and compliance requirements, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Primary Responsibilities

• Monthly Job Billings – AIA documents, Textura submittals, invoicing requests, lien waivers, billing revisions, certified payroll notifications, retention requests and billings, financial account.
• AR Invoice entry and receipt processing.
• AR Past due invoice follow-up.
• Provide monthly AR detail aging notes to leadership and project manager.
• Coordinate AP check processing for Subcontractors
• Review lease, rental, and contract invoices for accuracy.
• Assist and collaborate with Controller on AP past due or held invoices.
• Job AP Subcontractor approval including entering approved invoices, handling change orders, and following up on open invoices.
• Generate job costs reports weekly and at request.
• Enter recurring weekly and monthly journal entries.
• Prepare and analyze cost reports, perform variance analysis between actual and standard costs.
• Track, report, and provide documentation for prepaid expenses, Fixed Asset additions and disposals.
• Assist with analysis of company financial information.
• Assist with month-end close and year-end financial audits and tax preparation.
• Job Prequalification, Set up, and Ongoing Renewals – provide necessary financial reports and documents for prequalification processes, manage distribution of annual certificate of insurance (COI) renewals, assist in insurance enrollment; vendor enrollment and verification.
• Compliance – complete reports for AISC/CFA, complete annual labor/benefits reports, contract monitoring, provide COI, EMR letters, and OSHA 300 reports.
• Assist with special projects and other additional tasks assigned or requested for general support of the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and a minimum of 3 years of job cost accounting experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience supporting similar key responsibilities.
• Experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger/Journal Entries is a must.
• Highly developed mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced skillset in the use of computers and various software platforms including ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

What we can offer you:

• This position comes with the possibility of a hybrid schedule, with up to 20-40% remote work.

• Inclusive Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Illness insurance
• Company paid Disability and Life insurance
• Health Savings Account contribution of up to $1,000 per year
• 401(k) retirement savings program with a company match
• Employee Assistance Program including discounts with major vendors & products
• Mental and physical wellness programs
• Competitive time off package including vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Career advancement opportunities with a stable well-established organization
• Tuition reimbursement program and access to LinkedIn Learning courses
• A workspace stocked with refreshments and snacks for a mid-day pick-me-up!

*Applications submitted without a resume will not be considered. 

Zalk Josephs Fabricators is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.