Job Cost Analyst - Heavy Civil Construction

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc.; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Job Cost Analyst to analyze project costs, monitor budgets, and provide financial insights to support project management decisions. The role requires 2+ years in cost analysis and a solid understanding of construction accounting.

You will work with project managers to review financials, identify variances, and develop cost-saving opportunities across multiple projects. Strong Excel and Viewpoint proficiency are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in accounting, construction management, civil engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in job cost analysis, accounting, estimating, or field engineering in construction preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction project accounting and cost control processes.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project costs, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and overhead expenses.
• Monitor and review project budgets, comparing actual costs to budgets.
• Identify variances and provide explanations for budget deviations.
• Collaborate with project managers to review financials and cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare and distribute cost reports, forecasts, and analyses to management and project teams.
• Assist in developing project budgets and cost estimates for new and ongoing projects.
• Maintain accurate records of costs, change orders, and modifications.
• Conduct regular audits of project documentation for compliance with accounting standards and controls.
• Support month-end and year-end close through reconciliations and related journal entries.
• Assist in improving cost-tracking systems, tools, and processes.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, construction management, civil engineering or a related field

Tools

Excel

Viewpoint or similar software

Job description

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Job Cost Analyst to join our team. As a Job Cost Analyst, you will play a critical role in analyzing project costs, monitoring budget performance, and providing financial insights to support project management decisions.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed analysis of project costs, including labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and overhead expenses.
• Monitor and review project budgets and compare actual costs against budgeted amounts.
• Identify cost variances, investigate discrepancies, and provide explanations for budget deviations.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to review project financials and discuss potential cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare and distribute timely and accurate project cost reports, forecasts, and financial analyses to management and project teams.
• Assist in the development of project budgets and cost estimates for new and ongoing projects.
• Maintain accurate records of project costs, change orders, and contract modifications.
• Conduct regular audits of project documentation to ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Support month-end and year-end financial close processes by reconciling project costs and performing related journal entries.
• Assist in the development and improvement of cost tracking systems, tools, and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, construction management, civil engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in job cost analysis, accounting, estimating or field engineering preferably in the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of construction project accounting, cost control processes.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with project teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of construction accounting systems, such as Viewpoint or similar software, is preferred.