Cost Control II

Cost Control II - Disaster Recovery Program REQUIRED: Must live in or relocate to the Los Angeles, CA area Help Rebuild Los Angeles A major Los Angeles-area public agency is leading one of the most significant recovery efforts in the region's history. We are seeking one (1) experienced Cost Control II professional to manage project cost accounting and to help design, launch, and administer a rebate program that puts recovery funds directly into the hands of residents rebuilding their homes and communities. This is a rare opportunity to build a public program from the ground up, shape its financial controls, and see your work translate into visible progress across Los Angeles. What You Will Do Track and reconcile project costs, budgets, encumbrances, and expenditures across multiple projects and funding sourcesEstablish cost codes, job cost structures, and procedures for consistent cost capture in accordance with agency accounting methodsHelp design and administer a rebate program, including eligibility criteria, application and verification workflows, and payment trackingBuild internal controls that prevent duplicate or ineligible payments and keep the program audit-readyPrepare financial reports, dashboards, and briefing materials for management and oversight bodiesExplain program rules clearly to the public and internal staffCoordinate with project managers, finance staff, auditors, and partner agencies Minimum Requirements Minimum 10 years of cost accounting or public program financial management experience, including at least 5 years in governmental or public-sector cost accounting, grant or program financial management, and financial reportingBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related fieldDemonstrated experience tracking and reconciling project costs, budgets, encumbrances, and expenditures across multiple projects and funding sourcesExperience establishing cost codes, job cost structures, and cost capture proceduresExperience developing and implementing a rebate, reimbursement, grant, or incentive program, including eligibility criteria, application and verification workflows, and payment trackingExperience designing internal controls that prevent duplicate or ineligible payments and maintain audit readinessExperience preparing financial reports, dashboards, and briefing materials for management and oversight bodiesAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with governmental financial systemsAbility to handle applicant and financial information confidentially and in accordance with privacy requirementsStrong oral and written communication skills, including explaining program rules to the public and internal staffAbility to coordinate with project managers, finance staff, auditors, and partner agenciesMust live in or relocate to the Los Angeles, CA area Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of federal and state reimbursement requirements (e.g., FEMA Public Assistance, Cal OES, 2 CFR 200) and related documentation standardsCertified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)Experience with disaster recovery or post-disaster financial programs