Cost Control II

CLMI Group, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 148,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k)

401k Matching

Paid Time Off

Disability/Life Insurance

Job summary

CLMI Group is seeking a Cost Control II to support public works projects in Los Angeles County. The role focuses on cost accounting, budgeting, and implementing a rebate program to support rebuild efforts.

Ideal candidates have extensive public sector cost accounting experience, CPA/CGFM preferred, and strong Excel skills, with the ability to collaborate with managers, auditors, and partner agencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of cost accounting or public program financial management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Ability to track and reconcile project costs, budgets, encumbrances and expenditures across multiple projects and funding sources.
• Experience developing and implementing rebate, reimbursement, grant, or incentive programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide project cost accounting and support rebate program design and administration.
• Prepare clear financial reports, dashboards, and briefing materials for management and oversight.
• Coordinate with project managers, auditors, and partner agencies.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial reporting

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Public-sector finance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Governmental financial systems

Job description

CLMI Group is looking for passionate construction and program management professionals to join our team! We value ambition, dedication, and innovation, and believe in building a network of talented individuals who share our commitment to making a difference.

Position Title: Cost Control II

Job Number: LADPW-007

Location: Los Angeles County Public Works – Rebuild Authority, Los Angeles, CA. Candidates must be willing and able to commute to the assigned worksite and make project site visits as necessary.

Position Description

Public Works, Rebuild Authority, is seeking one (1) experienced Cost Control II to provide project cost accounting and to help design, implement, and administer a rebate program supporting the rebuild effort.

Candidates are required to have at least 5 years of experience in governmental or public-sector cost accounting, grant or program financial management, and financial reporting.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates are required to possess the following:

• Minimum 10 years of cost accounting or public program financial management experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field
• Ability to track and reconcile project costs, budgets, encumbrances, and expenditures across multiple projects and funding sources
• Ability to establish cost codes, job cost structures, and procedures for consistent cost capture, in compliance with LA County Public Works accounting methods and procedures
• Experience developing and implementing a rebate, reimbursement, grant, or incentive program, including eligibility criteria, application and verification workflows, and payment tracking
• Ability to design internal controls that prevent duplicate or ineligible payments and keep the program audit-ready
• Ability to prepare clear financial reports, dashboards, and briefing materials for management and oversight bodies
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with governmental financial systems
• Ability to handle applicant and financial information confidentially and in accordance with privacy requirements
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including explaining program rules to the public and internal staff
• Ability to coordinate with project managers, finance staff, auditors, and partner agencies

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal and state reimbursement requirements (e.g., FEMA Public Assistance, Cal OES, 2 CFR 200) and related documentation standards
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
• Experience with disaster recovery or post-disaster financial programs

Offered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. The salary range for this position is $148,000–$158,000.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• 401k Matching
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term / Long Term Disability / Life