Project Cost Controls-Gas Power Generation

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Project Cost Controls - Gas Power Generation based in the United States.

The Project Cost Controls professional will play a key role in supporting financial and operational controls across gas power generation construction projects.

This position serves as a critical resource to project teams, helping manage contracts, payments, procurement, compliance, and project cost accuracy.

You will act as a liaison between field job sites and corporate teams, ensuring financial information and documentation move efficiently across the organization.

The role combines accounting, accounts payable, tax, compliance, vendor management, and cost forecasting responsibilities in a fast-paced project environment.

You will also help strengthen processes and standards as the gas power generation business expands and develops its operating model.

The position offers opportunities to guide junior team members, resolve complex issues, and influence day-to-day practices across project operations.

This is a full-time role with remote and traveling requirements, including a rotational program and travel support.

Accountabilities:

• Support project teams with contract administration, compliance, payment processing, reporting, and other project cost control activities.
• Process subcontractor and supplier contracts and change orders through online payment systems and other applicable platforms.
• Review and update procurement purchase orders to ensure appropriate taxability based on state guidelines.
• Partner with project sites and internal departments to improve day-to-day financial practices and procedures.
• Review documentation, perform testing, and address issues to support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.
• Collaborate with vendors, job site personnel, Accounts Payable, Supply Chain, and corporate teams to resolve purchase order, invoice, and payment issues promptly.
• Monitor and reconcile monthly vendor statements, identify missing invoices, and ensure payments are processed accurately and on time.
• Review vendor invoices and supporting receipts to verify the accuracy and completeness of project costs.
• Train, delegate, and review the work of lower-level employees while providing guidance on escalated issues.
• Work with lien waiver teams to prepare remittances and capture lien waivers for incorporated materials and subcontracted work.
• Prepare, audit, and manage vendor payment groups, partnering with Accounts Payable to resolve payment integrity issues.
• Provide support for emergency check requests from field and departmental teams while ensuring appropriate compliance and timely processing.
• Review and approve new project setup submissions.
• Review project costs for accuracy and compare actual costs against forecasts, working with Supply Chain and Project teams to identify and capture missing costs.
• Monitor sales and use taxes associated with materials purchased for projects, including completing exemptions and applicable tax accruals.
• Support month-end Accounts Payable close activities by helping ensure accurate project accruals.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive corporate financial information.
• Communicate financial and operational information that requires explanation, interpretation, or follow-up.
• Serve as a reliable connection between field operations and corporate functions to promote accurate, timely, and consistent project financial processes.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in accounting, accounts payable, taxation, project cost control, or a related field.
• Construction industry experience is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of operational procedures, financial processes, and relevant tools gained through professional experience and/or vocational or technical education.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and financial skills with the ability to review and reconcile detailed project information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong data-entry and 10-key skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and consistently meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including strong active listening abilities.
• Positive attitude and a strong customer-service orientation when working with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with vendors, project teams, corporate functions, and other business partners.
• Demonstrated professionalism and discretion when handling confidential financial information.
• Ability to train, delegate, review, and provide guidance to less-experienced team members.
• Ability to investigate issues, identify solutions, and exercise sound judgment when resolving escalated problems.
• Willingness and ability to support a traveling and rotational work environment.

Benefits

• Hourly compensation of $26.41-$36.32 USD, with individual compensation determined based on applicable experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
• Competitive annual bonus opportunity.
• Reimbursed lodging.
• Per diem allowance.
• Company-provided truck with gas card.
• Rotational program with paid flights home.
• 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for employees.
• 100% employer-paid dental insurance premiums for everyone enrolled in the plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Education assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• Employee- and family-focused workplace culture.
• Opportunity to contribute to the development of a growing gas power generation business and help establish processes and standards for future projects.