Cost Analyst - Forecasting, EV & Dashboards (Hybrid)

Motive Power Inc; Amarillo (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Motive Power Inc is seeking a Cost Analyst to develop and maintain project cost models, forecasts, and scenario analyses, supporting cost control and performance reporting. You will monitor budgets, analyze cost impacts, and prepare financial reports for stakeholders.

The role requires 5–7 years in cost controls or financial analysis, with experience in energy sectors. The position is hybrid in Houston, TX, with travel to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of cost controls or financial analysis experience.
• Experience in power & utilities, construction, oil and gas, or renewable energy is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project cost models, forecasts, and scenario analyses.
• Prepare cash flow projections and support monthly forecasting cycles.
• Analyze cost and schedule impacts of scope changes, trends, or variances.
• Monitor budgets, actual costs, and financial performance for projects.
• Identify cost management gaps and propose process or data improvements.
• Track monthly expenditures to evaluate earned value and forecast predictability.
• Conduct forensic analysis of project spending to ensure adherence to budgets.
• Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal and external project teams to support cost control and reporting.
• Utilize Power BI, Excel, ERP or project management systems to analyze and visualize data.
• Maintain documentation to support audits and regulatory filings.
• Promote safety culture through participation in safety initiatives.

Skills

Financial modeling

Power BI

Excel

Earned value / EV

Communication & presenting

Detail oriented / multitasking

Tools

Power BI

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Motive Power Inc is seeking a Cost Analyst to develop and maintain project cost models, forecasts, and scenario analyses, supporting cost control and performance reporting. You will monitor budgets, analyze cost impacts, and prepare financial reports for stakeholders.

The role requires 5–7 years in cost controls or financial analysis, with experience in energy sectors. The position is hybrid in Houston, TX, with travel to project sites as needed.