Cost Controller

Talentify; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Cost Controller for a contract position in Calgary, Alberta. The successful candidate will manage costs for major projects, ensuring accurate forecasting and cost tracking. Applicants must have a CPA designation and extensive experience in cost control, particularly in turnarounds valued between $30M–$60M. This role offers a competitive pay range and a mix of office and on-site work.

Benefits

Daily LOA of $200 during on-site work

Travel reimbursement at CRA rate

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in cost control with a focus on forecasting.
• Turnaround experience managing costs for projects valued between $30M–$60M.
• Experience in a similar role may be considered if other criteria are met.

Responsibilities

• Forecast spend to completion with accuracy.
• Track and forecast daily burn rate.
• Identify and communicate project overspend based on forecasts.

Skills

Cost analysis

Forecasting

Project accounting

SAP proficiency

Communication skills

Education

CPA designation

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

NOW HIRING TURNAROUND Cost Controller

Job Description

We are seeking a highly accountable Cost Controller for a 1-year contract with strong potential for extension, supporting a large midstream company in Calgary. This role demands a seasoned professional with a CPA designation and proven experience managing costs for major projects, turnarounds, or outages. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in forecasting, daily burn rate tracking, and cost control, with a strong command of SAP. Power BI experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Be on-site during for the duration of TA (60 days - Sep/Oct 2026) - located 1 hour away from Medicine Hat.
• Forecast spend to completion with accuracy.
• Track and forecast daily burn rate.
• Identify and communicate project overspend based on forecasts, providing visibility to the Project Manager.
• Process daily LEMS and invoicing efficiently.
• Collaborate with vendors to receive daily timesheets and LEMS.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in cost analysis, forecasting, and cost control.
• Strong project accounting skills.
• CPA designation required.
• Proficiency in SAP.
• 10-15 years of experience in cost control with a focus on forecasting.
• Turnaround experience required - must have managed costs as a lead on at least two turnarounds valued between $30M–$60M.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Power BI experience for reporting is a nice-to-have.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience in a similar role without a formal accounting designation may be considered if all other criteria are met.

Work Environment

The work environment includes a mix of office and on-site work, with a schedule of 4 days in the office and 1 day from home, except during on-site requirements. The position offers a daily LOA of $200 during the TA, with travel reimbursed at the CRA-based km rate.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Calgary, Alberta.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.00/hr.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Actalent 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, please email [e-mail].