Cost Controls Analyst

Responsibilities

• Support cost management activities by tracking project expenditures, preparing journal entry adjustments, performing manual interest calculations, and generating portfolio-level cost reports.
• Contribute to the accurate and timely preparation of high volume monthly billings and invoices using SAP, Primavera, PDF tools, and Teams Planner.
• Conduct routine portfolio and project-level cost control accounting, including variance analysis (budget vs. actuals) and financial system reconciliations.
• Research and resolve discrepancies related to payments and revenue postings.
• Execute final reconciliations and cost recovery activities for completed projects. Prepare complete and accurate Closeout Memo Packages in accordance with departmental guidelines.
• Maintain organized and accurate billing records. Assist with resolving billing-related inquiries and discrepancies for internal stakeholders and external customers.
• Assist with invoice processing, purchase order corrections, and verification of available PO funding. Request additional funding when required to support accurate payments.
• Aid in the preparation of monthly performance reports, budget tracking, and cost monitoring. Support data organization and analysis using Excel, Teams Planner, and Procore.
• Update client billing records, project hour tracking, and payment history information across relevant systems.
• Review and verify budget requests against approved purchase orders and contract values. Assist in the monthly accrual review process to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Support the department in system migrations, process transitions, and implementation of new platforms and workflows. Ensure timely and accurate execution of related tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience: Background in cost controls, billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, accounting, or general ledger maintenance.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and auditing abilities to interpret financial data and resolve complex cost and billing discrepancies.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (including PivotTables and lookup functions), as well as proficiency with PDF tools, Teams Planner, SharePoint, Procore, Word, and Outlook.
• Systems Knowledge: Hands-on experience using SAP and Primavera.

Required Qualifications

• College degree, preferably in a related financial field.

Benefits

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.