Cost Controller — Project Finance & Cost Analytics

Acciona; Canada; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

EFAP and benefits

Health Spending Account

Career development

RRSP matching

Discretionary bonus

Share purchase program

Job summary

ACCIONA in Canada seeks a Cost Controller to analyze and manage project costs, monitor budgets, and provide insights for cost efficiency. The role demands strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and expertise in financial reporting and compliance.

You will work with project managers, finance teams, and stakeholders to ensure accurate cost tracking, data integrity, and continuous process improvements, while supporting budgeting and forecasting activities.

Qualifications

• BA in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field; CPA aspirational asset.
• Five years of proven experience as Cost Analyst or Financial Analyst.
• Experience in project management or construction industries is a plus.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in financial software and MS Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project costs and expenses to ensure accurate cost allocation.
• Identify cost trends and variances and conduct variance analysis.
• Assist in development and management of project forecasts.
• Monitor budget performance and report variances.
• Prepare cost structure reports and improve cost reporting systems.
• Check and organize data arrays; use financial tools to report on cost data.
• Track and record all project expenses and ensure proper allocation.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and participate in audits.
• Collaborate with project managers and finance teams to ensure accurate cost tracking.
• Identify opportunities for improving cost analysis processes and apply best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Excel

MS Office

Financial software

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent and team work

Education

BA in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Financial software

Job description

ACCIONA in Canada seeks a Cost Controller to analyze and manage project costs, monitor budgets, and provide insights for cost efficiency. The role demands strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and expertise in financial reporting and compliance.

You will work with project managers, finance teams, and stakeholders to ensure accurate cost tracking, data integrity, and continuous process improvements, while supporting budgeting and forecasting activities.