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Cost Controller

LHH

A confidential and growing organization is seeking an experienced Cost Controller to support project cost control, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and project performance analysis. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting or finance professional who enjoys working closely with project managers, leadership, vendors, subcontractors, and accounting teams to drive accurate reporting, cost visibility, and strong financial controls. Key Responsibilities Track, monitor, and reconcile project commitments, including subcontracts, purchase orders, and uncommitted exposure against baseline budgets. Review subcontractor and vendor invoices to ensure alignment with project progress. Update cost projections to reflect project changes, trends, risks, and potential budget impacts. Track and administer change orders, claims, and scope changes while ensuring proper approvals. Approve purchase orders in Deltek and support contract administration and vendor onboarding. Maintain project cash flow forecasts and support customer invoicing. Coordinate cost and schedule data, including earned value, productivity tracking, and cash flow reporting. Prepare budget performance reports, variance analysis, cash flow reports, and Estimate at Completion (EAC) reporting. Provide project managers and leadership with insights into project risks, opportunities, and financial performance. Partner with project accounting to reconcile budgets, forecasts, and accounting records. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of accounting, cost control, project accounting, or financial analysis experience. Experience with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, cash flow reporting, and project financial reporting. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Employment Type: Full Time #J-18808-Ljbffr

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