Project Controls Analyst

Insight Global is looking for a Project Controls Analyst to join our team to support project work for a large utility company. This role will be focused on financial responsibilities of controls, not scheduling. We are seeking someone with a strong expertise in cost management, financial principles, and accounting practices. They will support project teams in maintaining accurate budgets, forecasts, and cost tracking. Responsibilities include:

• Budget & Forecasting: Assist in developing and monitoring annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range plans for multiple projects and programs.
• Cost Tracking: Utilize systems to track actual costs, manage project authorizations, and monitor financial performance.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare comprehensive reports on reauthorization risk, forecast accuracy, CIAC analysis, contingency usage, and other financial metrics.
• Project Support: Collaborate with Project Managers, Directors, and contractors to resolve budget and authorization issues early and ensure compliance with project metrics.
• Process Management: Support monthly project status calls, track in-service dates, and manage project aging indicators.
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain accurate records for project authorizations, financial plan updates, and related documentation.
• Contract Payment Authorizations (CPA): Process CPAs for project portfolio prior to month end.

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• 3-5 years of experience in project controls, cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, accrual accounting, and cost control methodologies.
• Ability to work with debits/credits and general ledger concepts.
• Proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables) and SAP.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Experience in construction or engineering projects.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience with utility companies.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.