Cost Analyst providing advanced financial and cost analysis to support project management. Transforming data into actionable insights for effective decision-making within capital programs.
Responsibilities
Analyze project and portfolio budgets, forecasts, and Estimates at Completion (EAC), identifying trends, risks, and variances.
Perform detailed cost variance, trend, and sensitivity analyses to support proactive corrective actions.
Configure and review financial performance reports within existing reporting environment analytical reports, dashboards, and executive summaries focused on performance, cash flow, and funding status.
Translate complex cost data into clear, concise insights for technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
Manage and report of Portfolio performance of key projects, within the overall Program
Review and analyze program and project cash flow models to support reporting strategies and financial performance.
Analyze budget, funding and spend performance
Detailed review of performance data from Reporting Dashboards and Program Management software
Perform QA/QC on cost data, forecasts, and assumptions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and auditability.
Establish standardized analytical methodologies, metrics, and reporting frameworks across projects.
Analyze cost impacts associated with scope changes, risks, and claims.
Support change management processes through scenario analysis and what‑if modeling.
Provide analytical input to support negotiations and decision‑making related to cost allocation and funding strategies.
As a client representitve, with oversight responsibilities; relationship and commumication skills are of the highest importance. The ability to collaborate, communicate and work in a multi function matrix is essential.
Partner with project managers, schedulers, finance teams, and executives to align cost analytics with program objectives.
Act as a trusted advisor by providing objective, data‑driven insights to guide strategic decisions.
Support development of best practices in cost analytics and program controls across the organization.
Requirements
Advanced cost analysis, forecasting, and financial modeling
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Expertise in budgets, EAC, cash flow, and variance analysis
Ability to communicate insights clearly and effectively
High attention to data integrity, governance, and process improvement
Previous experience in interpreting Dashboard data, ( PowerBi or similar ) is preferred
Previous experience using Trimble Unity Construct (eBuilder), or similar, would be an advantage
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field
Professional designations such as CPA or CFA are an asset
5 years of experience in cost accounting, financial analysis, or similar roles
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis software
Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial statements
Benefits
Access to medical, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health saving accounts
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase program
Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Short-term/long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid family leave
Ten paid holidays in each calendar year
Eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year
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