Cost Control - Newark, DE

What to Expect At Allied Engineering and Design, we know that our people are our greatest asset, which is why we are dedicated to putting people first and giving them professional support and opportunities to thrive. Our collaborative group of multi-disciplined engineers includes professionals from all stages in their career. From recent graduates to seasoned professionals, we offer opportunities for professional growth at all levels. AED is seeking a Cost Control professional to manage project and capital costs, maintain accurate financial records, and support cost forecasting and reporting. The ideal candidate has knowledge of SAP, strong attention to detail, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to coordinate with project teams to ensure accurate cost tracking and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

Enter and maintain cost-related transactions in SAP (CO/PS/IM/FM as applicable): WIP postings, cost center postings, project/capital chargebacks, cost accruals, and allocations. Reconcile project and capital spend versus budgets: validate POs, invoices (GR/IR), labor postings, subcontractor costs, and material charges. Prepare and maintain month-end cost close activities, including cost rollups, charge allocations, accrual reversals, analysis packs, and supporting schedules for finance reviews. Maintain project cost codes, WBS elements, network activities, and cost center hierarchies; create/maintain projects in SAP PS per site process. Investigate and resolve cost variances and exceptions with procurement, project managers, accounting, and operations; document root cause and corrective actions. Support cost forecasting and reforecast processes: update cost-to-complete, committed vs. spent reports, and cash-flow timing for capital projects. Generate standard and ad-hoc cost reports/dashboards (actuals, commitments, variances, burn rates) and distribute to stakeholders. Assist in preparing capital requests, budget changes, and cost change orders; ensure adequate backup and approvals for capital spend. Ensure compliance with internal controls, capital policy, capitalization thresholds, and audit documentation requirements. Support periodic audits, SOX testing, and external/internal reporting requests; provide timely documentation and reconciliations. Contribute to continuous improvement by streamlining costing transactions, improving data quality, and documenting SOPs/job aids.

Qualifications:

Knowledge of SAP and ability to learn additional software tools as needed. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Good interpersonal and communication skills to lead cost control meetings and collaborate with project teams. Experience with cost forecasting, reporting, and reconciliation of project/capital expenditures. Ability to maintain accurate financial records and support audits and internal controls.

Salary:

$70,000 - $85,000 Benefits and Compensation Stay Healthy Comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance Save for the Future 401K and 529 college savings plans Flexible Work Environment Enjoy flexibility with a hybrid work schedule and 9/80 work period. Parental Leave Up to four weeks of paid time off to bond with a child Wellness Program Cash reimbursement for wellness services Professional Development Join an agile firm where your work drives our mission and pursue your path toward licensure and certification.