Project Cost Controller
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at ANDRITZ. Charlotte · no salary stated · we estimate $82,000–$125,000.
ANDRITZ has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Build the first project forecast during the handoff from sales through contract execution
- Prepare monthly and quarterly forecasts by comparing actual spending with budgets and assessing variances, risks, and opportunities
- Track customer change requests and cost changes, and report forecast differences across the portfolio
- Support sales planning and customer billing while coordinating project budgets and performance reviews with other teams
- Prepare proposal and claim materials, and step in for the Project Manager when needed
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, law, engineering, construction management, or another listed field
- Experience in project controls, finance, and budgeting, with the ability to interpret financial data
- Strong MS Excel skills; familiarity with Access, Word, Project, and SAP is also listed
Who this fits
This role suits someone comfortable handling several complex projects at once and working with other departments on budgets and forecasts. It is based in Charlotte and offers a hybrid work model.
From the employer
Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.
Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Project Cost Controller with a background in Finance, Budgeting and project financial reporting. The ideal candidate will primarily focus on budgets, managing actuals against original budget plans and cost to come. This role offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment where you will have the opportunity to tackle challenging tasks and grow professionally.
Key Responsibilities
- Creation of initial project forecast from participation in the Sales to Contract Execution handover
- Perform complex tasks in project estimating, change documentation, and cost control
- Monthly and quarterly forecast preparation: reconciling budget versus actuals and analyzing variances, risks, and opportunity tracking
- Report to portfolio level on forecast variances and manage changes to cost on a monthly and quarterly basis
- Analyze and track change requests/variation orders received from customers
- Assist with sales planning and billings to customers
- Manage multiple projects with budgets ranging from $500K to $100MM+
- Collaborate with other departments to develop budgets/forecasts and review actual performance.
- Preparation of proposal and claim packages
- Representing the Project Manager in their absence
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Law, Engineering, or Construction Management.
- Experience in project controls, finance, and budgeting
- Strong analytical skills and experience with financial data interpretation
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Experience with managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience in Government Contracting is a plus
- Strong computer skills with an emphasis on MS Excel (MS Excel, Access, Word, Project, SAP)
Join our team and leverage your expertise to drive successful project outcomes and efficient financial operations. While this role involves managing multiple complex projects simultaneously, Andritz provides robust support through our collaborative team culture and continuous professional development.
Do you fit the profile?
Successful teams share objectives, and they also share values! In addition to your strong skills and experience, we need someone with high motivation, a positive mindset, and a willingness to be part of a team.
What do we offer?
- Life, disability, dental and extended health insurance;
- 401k matching;
- Hybrid work model;
- Annual bonus program;
- Employee assistance program;
- Employee individualized training and career plan.
Did you know?
ANDRITZ Hydro has:
- Over 185 years of experience in turbine design
- Over 489,000 MW of installed and upgraded capacity
- Over 33,200 turbine units delivered
- Over 135 years in electrical engineering
- 65 representative offices worldwide
- More than 6100 employees worldwide
- Over 50 Compact Hydro units per year
- A complete range of designs up to 800 MW
- 20 manufacturing sites worldwide
- 20% of all turbines in operation worldwide
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
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