Strategic Cost Control & Forecasting Analyst

Sirius Talent Group; Whitsett (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sirius Talent Group is seeking a detail-oriented Cost Control Analyst to monitor project and operational costs, track budgets, analyze variances, and support cost forecasting and reporting.

The ideal candidate will have advanced Excel skills, ERP experience (SAP/Oracle), and the ability to collaborate with procurement, project management, vendors, and other stakeholders. 3–5+ years in cost control is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5+ years of cost control, cost management, financial analysis, project controls, or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Strong budgeting, tracking, variance analysis, forecasting, and financial reporting knowledge.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain cost baselines and budgets.
• Monitor actual expenses against approved budgets and track commitments and accruals.
• Audit scrap generation and validate related cost impacts.
• Perform variance analysis to identify cost deviations and budget overruns.
• Investigate significant variances and follow up on corrective actions.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, financial summaries, and performance metrics for management.
• Support forecasting by analyzing spending, trends, and projected costs.
• Review change orders and assess their impact on cost forecasts.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Project Managers, vendors, and other departments to review pricing and identify cost optimization opportunities.
• Follow up on cost-related actions and ensure timely resolution.
• Monitor overtime costs and support overtime review and approval.
• Develop and monitor cost KPIs to identify trends and improve performance.
• Maintain accurate cost records in accordance with procedures.
• Use ERP systems and financial data to support cost tracking, reporting, and analysis.
• Provide cost-related insights and recommendations to management and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Budgeting

Variance analysis

Financial reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Admin/Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Sirius Talent Group is seeking a detail-oriented Cost Control Analyst to monitor project and operational costs, track budgets, analyze variances, and support cost forecasting and reporting.

The ideal candidate will have advanced Excel skills, ERP experience (SAP/Oracle), and the ability to collaborate with procurement, project management, vendors, and other stakeholders. 3–5+ years in cost control is preferred.