Project Controls Analyst

IREN; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible work arrangements

Training opportunities

Job summary

IREN in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Project Controls Analyst to manage capex budgets and provide financial oversight for its AI Cloud services. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 3-5 years of relevant experience. You will collaborate with various teams to ensure financial alignment with project delivery. The ideal candidate should possess strong project accounting knowledge, analytical skills, and proficiency in SAP. The position offers comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) plan, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 3–5 years experience in accounting or cost control role.
• Experience with data center or large-scale construction projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and track project budgets, including forecasting and variance analysis.
• Partner closely with operations to align financials with project milestones.
• Own project cost tracking and reconciliation.

Skills

Project accounting concepts

Technical construction knowledge

ERP/project accounting systems (SAP)

Advanced Excel skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

3–5 years experience in accounting or cost control role

Tools

ERP/project accounting systems (SAP)

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time | Location: Dallas / Fort Worth, TX | Department: Construction | Reporting to: VP of Development and Delivery | Work Location Type: #onsite

IREN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider, delivering large-scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s vertically integrated platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid‑connected land and data centers in renewable‑rich regions across the U.S. and Canada.

The Project Controls Analyst at IREN will play a key role in capex budget management and reporting for our expanding AI Cloud services business. This position will work with the project, commercial, technology and finance team to administer the CapEx budgets, giving unique visibility into the expenditures required for our AI cloud business across Canada and the US.

Partnering across project management, engineering, construction, and commissioning, you’ll play a central role in driving execution within a fast‑growing, renewable‑powered data center platform.

With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever‑evolving applications of high‑performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

Job Requirements

• Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 3–5 years experience in accounting or cost control role.
  • Prior exposure to data center, critical infrastructure, or large‑scale construction projects preferred.
  • Familiarity with contract management, change order processes, and vendor cost control.
• Desired Skills
  • Strong knowledge of project accounting concepts: WIP, revenue recognition, cost allocation.
  • Sound knowledge of technical construction.
  • Proficiency in ERP/project accounting systems (SAP experience preferred).
  • Advanced Excel skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
  • Problem‑solving and proactive approach to risk management.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and track project budgets on projects, equipment orders, including forecasting and variance analysis.
• Partner closely with operations, development, and construction teams to align financials with project delivery milestones.
• Own project cost tracking, actuals vs. budget reconciliation, and reporting to project managers.
• Integrate with the procurement team to anticipate material budget and cashflow variances.
• Provide financial oversight on contracts, change orders, and vendor payments to ensure accurate project cost allocation.
• Act as the finance business partner for project stakeholders, translating operational progress into clear financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies and support audits or reviews related to project spend.
• Drive process improvement and cross‑functional collaboration for the end‑to‑end process around capex budget approvals, tracking, and reporting.

Job Benefits

Compensation

• Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and market data for the region.
• Total compensation package may be inclusive of short‑term and long‑term incentives.
• Relocation (as applicable and based on successful candidate circumstances).

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage – 100% company paid for employees, 75% company paid for dependents.
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance.
• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) – when combined with the High‑Deductible Health Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources.

Financial Well-Being

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Financial wellness tools and resources.

Time Off & Flexibility

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Flexible work arrangements.

Growth & Development

• Opportunities for advancement and internal mobility.
• Training and personal development opportunities.

Lifestyle & Culture

• Company events and team‑building activities.

We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you’re passionate about this role, we want to hear from you — whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!

IE US Operations Inc., the employing entity and proud member of the IREN group, is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants and do not discriminate against protected characteristics under applicable legislation.

We participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E‑Verify Participation Notice.

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