Cost Analyst - Southfield, MI

Barton Malow; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Barton Malow in Southfield, MI is seeking a Cost Analyst to support project teams by analyzing cost and revenue data, delivering timely financial information to drive decision-making for project management and the organization.

You will balance project financials, assist with budgeting and forecasting, support owner reporting, and ensure compliance with the company's best practices while working on-site. Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in cost analysis or finance.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (preferred).
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with construction project cost control is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the financial status of construction projects to measure profitability, manage risk, and support project planning and decision-making.
• Support project start-up by identifying financial deliverables and developing the baseline budget.
• Actively participate in the change management and monthly forecasting processes, identifying risk and opportunity through in-depth review.
• Balance project financials with accurate accruals and cash management, maintaining awareness of accounts payable and receivable.
• Support external customer requirements such as owner reporting, subcontractor challenges, and joint venture reporting.
• Collaborate with project personnel and owners to prepare required internal and external project reports.
• Provide oversight for compliance with Barton Malow best practices, policies, and procedures, including internal audit support.
• Complete ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed.

Skills

Advanced math and accounting

Effective communication

Time management & prioritization

Detail-oriented

Proactive self-starter

Construction financials understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Bluebeam

Clearstory

Box

Textura

SAP

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Position: Cost Analyst
Location: Southfield, MI

POSITION SUMMARY

The Cost Analyst supports project teams by analyzing cost and revenue data to deliver timely, reliable financial information that drives decision-making for project management, business units, and the organization as a whole. This role calls for a flexible, adaptable team player with strong analytical, communication, and client service skills.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze the financial status of construction projects to measure profitability, manage risk, and support project planning and decision-making.


• Support project start-up by identifying financial deliverables and developing the baseline budget.


• Actively participate in the change management and monthly forecasting processes, identifying risk and opportunity through in-depth review.


• Balance project financials with accurate accruals and cash management, maintaining awareness of accounts payable and receivable.


• Support external customer requirements such as owner reporting, subcontractor challenges, and joint venture reporting.


• Collaborate with project personnel and owners to prepare required internal and external project reports.


• Provide oversight for compliance with Barton Malow best practices, policies, and procedures, including internal audit support.


• Complete ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of relevant experience


• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred


• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook


• Experience with Bluebeam, Clearstory, Box, Textura, and SAP


• Advanced math and accounting skills, with the ability to analyze large, disparate data sets and reach sound conclusions


• Ability to effectively communicate with all members of the team, including contractors, architects, and owners*


• Strong time management, organization, and attention to detail, with the ability to multi-task and prioritize under pressure


• Results-oriented self-starter with a proactive approach


• Relevant understanding of construction management principles and processes


• Ability to work on-site and/or in the office