Project Cost Analyst

Project Cost Analyst Job ID 134416 Job Type Contract Industry Manufacturing Pay Rate $30 - $35 an hour Location Schenectady, New York, United States Talascend is currently seeking an Project Cost Analyst located in Schenectady, New York.

Summary:

As a Project Control Analyst (PCA), you will perform costing activities in support of complex proposals for sponsored projects and proposal associated with new customers, issue external and intra company billing and monitor process and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate costing efforts in support of complex proposals for sponsored projects, including direct contracts, subcontracts, contracts from GE businesses and requote Compile and issue contract required financial performance and subcontract activity reports Complete billing activities required in support of assigned contracts and GE businesses Monitoring customer accounts and performing collection activities for assigned customers Develop and maintain positive customer relationships Drive process compliance and improvement/simplification

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in a financial related discipline (or an Associates degree in a Financial related discipline with at least 2 years of experience in government grants and contracts cost estimating).

Variance & Ad Hoc Analysis:

Deep dive into variances, ad-hoc financial queries to identify risks/opportunities ERP /

Reporting Systems:

Proficiency with Oracle for financial processing and reporting

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Modeling:

Building and managing budgets, forecasts, long-range planning, and financial models for decision support

Excel & Advanced Analytical Tools:

Advanced Excel use (pivot tables, macros), familiarity with Power BI for visualization

Financial Reporting Analysis:

Preparation and interpretation of financial statements, monthly close packages, variance and balance sheet analysis Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Proven success with high performance teams and customer relations Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and achieve quality results Strong analytical skills We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary. Drug Screen may be required.