Project Cost Control Manager

HRTX; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

HRTX is seeking a Project Cost Control Manager in Quezon City, Philippines, to oversee project accounting and financial controls for CAPEX and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with 3–5 years of experience in project accounting and financial compliance. Responsibilities include managing project budgets, preparing financial reports, and coordinating with various teams to ensure accurate financial monitoring. Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills are essential for this fast-paced role.

Qualifications

• At least 3–5 years of relevant experience in project accounting, controllership, CAPEX management, or financial controls.
• Strong understanding of project costing and financial reporting.
• Experience in accounts payable or project‑related payable processing is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage project accounting and financial monitoring for CAPEX and operational projects.
• Prepare project financial reports and variance analysis for stakeholders.
• Coordinate with project teams regarding financial status and cost monitoring.

Skills

Project accounting

Financial controls

Budget monitoring

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

We are looking for a Project Cost Control Manager who will oversee project accounting, CAPEX monitoring, financial controls, and cost management for infrastructure and capital‑intensive projects. The role is responsible for ensuring accurate project financial reporting, budget utilization, compliance with internal controls, and timely processing of project‑related expenditures.

The ideal candidate is a CPA with strong exposure to project accounting, controllership, or audit engagements involving infrastructure, utilities, manufacturing, construction, or real estate industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end‑to‑end project accounting and financial monitoring for CAPEX and operational projects.
• Track project budgets, commitments, actual costs, and forecasted expenditures to ensure alignment with approved funding.
• Review and monitor CAPEX utilization, project cost allocations, and capitalization processes.
• Prepare and analyze project financial reports, variance analysis, and management reports for stakeholders.
• Ensure proper recording and reconciliation of project‑related transactions in compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Coordinate with project managers, procurement, engineering, and operations teams regarding project financial status and cost monitoring.
• Support month‑end and year‑end closing activities related to projects and fixed assets.
• Review and validate project billings, contractor claims, invoices, and supporting documentation.
• Assist in strengthening internal controls, governance processes, and financial compliance across project operations.
• Support internal and external audit requirements by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and audit‑ready documentation.
• Monitor project cash flow requirements and support payable processing for project‑related expenditures.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and enhanced financial visibility across projects.

Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required.
• At least 3–5 years of relevant experience in project accounting, project controllership, CAPEX management, audit, or financial controls.
• Experience handling infrastructure, utilities, manufacturing, construction, engineering, or real estate‑related projects is highly preferred.
• Candidates from audit firms are welcome, preferably with exposure to clients in capital‑intensive industries.
• Strong understanding of project costing, fixed assets accounting, budget monitoring, and financial reporting.
• Experience in accounts payable or project‑related payable processing is an advantage.
• Knowledge of internal controls, governance, and audit processes.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Able to work in a fast‑paced and cross‑functional environment.