<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Analyst to join our team in Palo, IA. In this long-term contract position, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing budget development, cost control, and financial forecasting for large-scale construction and maintenance projects. This role requires advanced expertise in financial analysis and reporting processes, along with proficiency in relevant software tools.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and manage detailed budgets, ensuring accurate cost control and oversight.</p><p>• Perform monthly forecasting and financial reporting, including variance analysis and ledger reconciliations.</p><p>• Create and maintain databases and spreadsheets to support cost analysis and reporting efforts.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries, corrections, and adjustments while assisting with tax status determinations.</p><p>• Support capital work order processes, including creation, maintenance, and closure, as well as capital project closeouts.</p><p>• Collaborate with project managers to integrate cost data, revise scope estimates, and prepare project cash flows.</p><p>• Coordinate vendor and contractor efforts to ensure comprehensive cost reporting and controls.</p><p>• Assist with departmental business planning and provide analytical support for evolving processes.</p><p>• Utilize advanced tools such as SAP R/3, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint for financial analysis and reporting.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with organizational procedures and maintain accurate accrual requests and commitments.</p>

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field.<br>• Minimum of 8 years of experience in accounting or cost analysis within construction and/or maintenance environments.<br>• Advanced proficiency in SAP R/3, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Lotus Notes.<br>• Strong understanding of financial analysis and reporting processes.<br>• Demonstrated experience in managing budgets, cost controls, and variance reporting.<br>• Skilled in database management, spreadsheet creation, and reconciliation tasks.<br>• Ability to integrate contractor and vendor cost data effectively.<br>• Knowledge of tax status determination and capital work order processes.

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