Strategic Cost Controller — EV Forecasting & Reporting

TESC; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Benefits

Travel to project sites

Job summary

TESC is seeking a Cost Control Analyst in Canada to manage the full project budget lifecycle, from kickoff to closeout, ensuring alignment of estimates, cost codes, and contractual commitments. You will develop EVM forecasts, deliver cost reports, and partner with PMs and Finance to ensure accurate WIP and cost allocation.

Required are a degree in accounting/economics/business and 3+ years in cost control or project accounting, with strong Excel and preferably Jonas ERP experience.

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in accounting, economics, business, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in cost control or project accounting in construction/project environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; macros and dashboard development preferred.
• Experience with Jonas ERP or similar construction/project systems preferred.
• Strong understanding of job costing and project accounting principles.
• General knowledge of payroll, accounting processes, and business operations.
• English communication skills; French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project budget lifecycle from kickoff through closeout with cost codes and contractual alignment.
• Develop and maintain EVM forecasts, trend analysis, and EACs.
• Prepare weekly/monthly cost reports including cash flow projections and KPI dashboards.
• Perform variance analysis and communicate financial impacts to stakeholders.
• Monitor labour productivity, hours, and cost performance for deviations.
• Collaborate with PM, Estimating, Planning, Scheduling, and Finance for accurate WIP reporting.
• Validate subcontracts, PO, and change orders against budgets; investigate discrepancies.
• Support progress measurement, invoicing, revenue recognition, and financial governance.
• Lead project financial closeout activities and system closeout in Jonas ERP.

Skills

Cost control

Project accounting

Excel

Macros

Dashboard development

Job costing

Payroll knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

English communication

French (asset)

Driver's license

Willing to travel

Camp-based assignments

Education

Accounting, Economics or Business degree

Tools

Jonas ERP

Job description

TESC is seeking a Cost Control Analyst in Canada to manage the full project budget lifecycle, from kickoff to closeout, ensuring alignment of estimates, cost codes, and contractual commitments. You will develop EVM forecasts, deliver cost reports, and partner with PMs and Finance to ensure accurate WIP and cost allocation.

Required are a degree in accounting/economics/business and 3+ years in cost control or project accounting, with strong Excel and preferably Jonas ERP experience.