Junior Cost Controller - Summer Intern - Columbus

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

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Are you ready to elevate your career with an award-winning, Woman-Owned technology integrator that's leading the charge in the data center revolution? E2 Optics is one of the fastest-growing and most stable companies at the core of the tech industry—powering the infrastructure behind AI, cloud computing, and the innovations of tomorrow.

At E2 Optics, you will work with cutting-edge systems in some of the most advanced environments in the world. We invest in your growth through hands-on experience, industry certifications, and leadership opportunities that put you in charge of teams and outcomes. Collaboration is in our DNA—we believe in lifting each other up, mentoring with purpose, and celebrating every win.

If you’re looking to be part of something meaningful, fast-moving, and future-focused, your next opportunity is here. Join one of America’s largest and fastest-growing tech integrators and help us shape what’s next.

Responsibilities

• Safety is E2 Optics' number one Core Value. All employees are expected to follow safe work practices, as well as adhere to company and client worksite safety policies and procedures.

• Assist project teams with tracking project costs, labor hours, and quantities.

• Support the development and maintenance of project cost forecasts under guidance from senior project controls staff.

• Assist in collecting and updating cost data for use in reports and forecasting.

• Help prepare internal and client-facing cost reports, highlighting key trends and variances.

• Support change order management processes, including documentation, routing, and tracking.

• Assist with project cash flow forecasting and updates.

• Help maintain alignment between project budgets, schedules, and actual costs.

• Support data collection for schedule updates and labor forecasts.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely financial information.

• Prepare and submit accurate and timely monthly invoices for assigned projects/region.

• Track invoice status and follow up as needed to support project cash flow.

• Coordinate with Project Managers and Finance to ensure billing aligns with project progress and contract requirements.

• Travel: The individual in this role should be able and willing to travel as required by E2 Optics.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Bachelors or Associate Degree in Business or equivalent preferred

• 1–5 years of experience in accounting, administrative duties, or related field

• Internship or prior exposure to construction or project-based environments is a plus.

• Basic experience with Microsoft Excel required.

• Familiarity with tools such as Procore or Primavera P6 is a plus but not required.

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities