Job Cost Analyst
Core
Analyze project costs, monitor budget performance, and provide financial insights to support project management decisions.
Role type
Job Cost Analyst
Builds
Project cost reports, forecasts, and financial analyses
Domain
Construction industry + Financial management
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Project cost analysis, budget monitoring, variance identification, financial forecasting, Microsoft Excel, construction accounting principles, change order management, audit compliance, month-end close reconciliation
Preferred skills
Viewpoint or similar construction accounting systems
Responsibilities
Perform detailed analysis of project costs including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and overhead; Monitor and review project budgets comparing actual costs against budgeted amounts; Identify cost variances and investigate discrepancies; Collaborate with project managers to review financials and discuss cost-saving opportunities; Prepare and distribute project cost reports, forecasts, and financial analyses; Assist in developing project budgets and cost estimates; Maintain accurate records of project costs, change orders, and contract modifications; Conduct regular audits of project documentation; Support month-end and year-end financial close processes; Assist in developing cost tracking systems and processes
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC