Strategic Project Cost & Budget Analyst

American Electric Power Co.; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a Project Cost Analyst to coordinate cost analysis and controls for multiple projects. You will input budgets, forecast spending, monitor variances, and develop KPIs while interfacing with project teams and external vendors. The role emphasizes SOX compliance, process improvement, and training.

On-site in Tulsa, OK or Shreveport, LA, with a compensation package reflecting Grade 6/7 responsibilities and growth opportunities within a large energy company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; 4+ years in project cost analysis/controls if no higher degree.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking across multiple projects.
• Familiarity with SOX controls and corporate accounting practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project cost analysis and budgeting inputs.
• Prepare forecasts of spending and cash flows; monitor variances.
• Develop and track KPIs; liaison with PMs and vendors.
• Assist in SOX activities and annual budgeting/plans.
• Create work breakdown structures and manage cost data in systems.
• Provide training and tooling to team members; support process improvement.

Skills

Cost analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

KPI development

SOX compliance

Project management

Mentoring/training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree (preferred)

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

American Electric Power is seeking a Project Cost Analyst to coordinate cost analysis and controls for multiple projects. You will input budgets, forecast spending, monitor variances, and develop KPIs while interfacing with project teams and external vendors. The role emphasizes SOX compliance, process improvement, and training.

On-site in Tulsa, OK or Shreveport, LA, with a compensation package reflecting Grade 6/7 responsibilities and growth opportunities within a large energy company.