Cost Analyst

Overview

The position involves budget development and oversight, detailed cost analysis, monthly forecasting, and reporting. The role requires the development and maintenance of databases/spreadsheets for cost analysis and reporting, alongside variance reporting and ledger reconciliation.

Job Title:
Job Cost Analyst

• Develop and oversee budgets, ensuring detailed cost analysis and effective cost control.
• Prepare and maintain monthly forecasts and reports.
• Develop and maintain necessary databases and spreadsheets for cost analysis and reporting.
• Generate variance reporting and reconcile ledger accounts.
• Handle monthly commitment accrual requests and create Work Orders.
• Assist with Capital Work Order closeouts.
• Perform journal entries, corrections, and adjustments, and assist with tax status determination.
• Contribute to department business planning evolutions.
• Generate, maintain, and close PWA s.
• Integrate vendor and contractor efforts for cost reporting and controls.
• Support Project Managers in preparing and routing scope control estimate revisions, preparing project cash flows, and integrating cost data from all input sources.

• Expertise in cost analysis, budget analysis, and forecasting.
• Strong accounting and cost accounting skills.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting.
• Advanced knowledge of SAP/FMIP/Passport systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, ACCESS, PowerPoint, and Lotus Notes.
• Bachelor s degree in accounting or business-related studies.
• Over 8 years of accounting/cost analyst experience in construction and/or maintenance work environments on large complex projects.

• Advanced working knowledge of financial analysis/reporting processes.

This role is situated in a dynamic and large-scale project environment, which involves construction and maintenance work. The candidate will utilize advanced technology and software tools such as SAP, Microsoft Office Suite, and Lotus Notes to perform their duties effectively.

This is a Contract position based out of Palo, IA.

The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $50.00/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 Palo, IA.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 29, 2026.

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 Clearly Rated 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 astoncarter for other accommodation options.