Description
📊 Project Cost Control & Data Management - Maintain detailed and summary-level project cost control data files across various stages of the project life cycle. - Process project timesheets and manage the Time Sheet database. - Ensure accuracy of submitted invoices by cross-referencing timesheet data and conformed contracts. - Obtain payment approvals for invoices from Project Managers. - Perform standard and special project cost reporting as required; compile and produce cost reports for stakeholders. 🗣️ Communication & Collaboration - Communicate results and issues to the Manager of Project Controls and other relevant departments. - Establish lines of communication with various departments to integrate data for accurate reporting. - Utilize effective communication processes to share timely and relevant cost information for better project decision-making. - Communicate with suppliers, project staff, and stakeholders to resolve invoice discrepancies and cost tracking issues. - Apply strong communication skills to assess stakeholder needs and deliver optimal cost reporting, assessment, and analysis. 📈 Forecasting & Budgeting - Collaborate with multiple departments to monitor, share, and analyze data for improved project forecasting. - Assist in the development, preparation, and reporting of the annual budget. 📃 Contract & Standards Support - Assist in contract reviews with project staff to ensure understanding of contract terms and unit codes/costs for accurate tracking and forecasting. - Develop or support the creation of project controls guidelines, standards, processes, job aids, and tools. Cost Efficiency & Preventive Action - Implement cost preventive actions to enhance project financial performance.
Skills
Budget, Forecasting, Payroll, Tracking, Cost
Top Skills Details
Budget,Forecasting,Payroll,Tracking,Cost
Additional Skills & Qualifications
WOULD BE NICE: -Utilities industry experience
Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Valparaiso, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $33.63 - $43.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Valparaiso,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2025.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
Responsibilities
The Project Accountant will maintain detailed project cost control data and process project timesheets. They will ensure invoice accuracy and communicate results to relevant departments for effective project decision-making.
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