Cost Analyst

PMA is currently seeking a Cost Analyst for an exclusive assignment to work on a portfolio of high-profile utility projects. Our Cost Analyst position is an excellent entrée into project controls and project management.

The Cost Analyst supports data management, real estate tax administration, financial analysis, and process improvement initiatives. This role leverages analytics, reporting, and AI-driven automation to enhance operational efficiency, support decision-making, and streamline business processes.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Manage real estate tax, financial, and operational data, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
• Administer tax processing, payments, appeals support, invoices, and vendor-related activities.
• Analyze large datasets to produce insights, trends, and actionable recommendations.
• Develop Power BI dashboards and reports to improve visibility into key business metrics.
• Drive process improvements through automation, AI-enabled solutions, and workflow enhancements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support efficient execution of real estate operations and strategic initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• 1+ Years of experience in some combination of real estate operations, financial analysis, or cost control.
• Familiarity with real estate taxes and invoicing processes preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage and interpret large datasets.
• Proficiency with Power BI or similar visualization platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to use AI tools to improve workflows, optimize data processes, or automate routine tasks.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Experience with MS Word and PowerPoint preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered in lieu of stated minimum qualifications.