Job Title: Project Cost Analysis III
Location: Albany, NY (with monthly office visits required, ideally within a 2-3 hour drive)
Contract Type: Contract with potential to extend
Work Shift: M - F - Standard Business Hours, (40 hours a week)
Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled and proactive Project Cost Analyst III to support our project managers with comprehensive cost analysis and forecasting for complex, high-dollar projects within distribution located in Albany, NY. The ideal candidate is proficient in Excel, comfortable with SAP, and possesses strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with project managers and stakeholders.
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical budget forecasting and cost management functions, while working on diverse projects with potential for contract extension.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist project managers with forecasts of project spending and cash flows, including budget variance monitoring and cost tracking/analysis using Excel.
• Perform detailed project cost analyses and support in generating internal cost estimates in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Use SAP to run and compare data reports.
• Facilitate the project close-out process and maintain a record of historical cost information for future reference.
• Communicate regularly with internal and external stakeholders, including project managers and the project team, on budgetary matters.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with project managers, particularly through initial in-person meetings to establish rapport.
Key Qualifications:
• Strong understanding of cost control and management.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, formula-building, and data display.
• Familiarity with SAP or P6 is advantageous.
• Experience in procurement and contract management, with knowledge of purchase orders.
• Analytical skills and experience in data problem-solving, data extraction, and interpretation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide variety of stakeholders effectively.
Top Skills Sought:
• Eager to work with Excel and analyze/display data.
• Ability to communicate clearly and build relationships with stakeholders.
• Strong multitasking skills and capacity to handle the demands of varied project workflows.
Interview Process:
• Review of resume and general background.
• Discussion of past data analysis experience, Excel proficiency, and comfort level with data and finance-related tasks.
• Engagement with the hiring manager and project manager to assess fit within the team and alignment with project goals.
About the Role: This role is ideal for a professional who is comfortable interfacing with stakeholders, enjoys working with data in Excel, and has a background in finance, banking, or procurement. If you are an analytical thinker with strong multitasking abilities and a proactive approach to problem-solving, we invite you to apply.
Pay Details: $35.00 to $44.00 per hour
Search managed by: Bahirah Noble
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Location: New York
Posted: Oct. 31, 2024, 3:27 a.m.
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