Job Summary The Project Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial performance of assigned projects from start to finish. This role ensures accurate budgeting, cost tracking, billing, forecasting, and financial reporting while partnering closely with project managers, field teams, and finance leadership to support informed decision-making and maintain financial controls.
Key Responsibilities
Manage project budgets, including setup, monitoring, forecasting, and variance analysis.
Track project costs, labor, equipment, and expenses to ensure alignment with approved budgets.
Assist with preparing WIP schedules and cost-to-complete forecasts.
Prepare and review client billings, invoices, and revenue recognition in accordance with contract terms.
Analyze project financial performance and provide regular reports to project managers and leadership.
Identify financial risks, cost overruns, and opportunities to improve project profitability.
Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and contractual requirements.
Reconcile project accounts and support month-end and year-end close processes.
Assist with audits by providing project documentation and financial support.
Collaborate with project managers and field leadership to improve cost controls and financial accuracy.
Review field reports, labor hours, equipment usage, and production data to ensure accurate project cost reporting.
Manage and track purchase orders and change orders to ensure accurate cost reporting, budget alignment, and timely processing.
Participate in project meetings to support forecasting, reporting, and operational decision-making.
Required Qualifications
This project is in the Alexandria, LA area
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
2–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in project-based environments (construction, engineering, professional services, etc.)
Strong understanding of project accounting, budgeting, and cost tracking
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
Solid analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with ERP or project management systems. Procore experience preferred.
Prior experience working closely with project managers or operations teams
Skills & Competencies
Attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Financial analysis and reporting expertise
Time management and prioritization
Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights
Benefits:
Salary Range $70,000- $80,000
Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
Paid Time Off
Numbers & Facts
Location
Alexandria, LA
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$70,000–$80,000 Per Year
Skills
Accountingunmatched
Accounting Closeunmatched
Accounting Softwareunmatched
Accounting Standards and Regulationsunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Billingunmatched
Budget Managementunmatched
Budget Reportingunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Change Requests/Ordersunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Construction Engineeringunmatched
Contract Requirementsunmatched
Corporate Policiesunmatched
Cost Controlunmatched
Cost Reportingunmatched
Decision Supportunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
Establish Prioritiesunmatched
Expense Trackingunmatched
Financeunmatched
Financial Analysisunmatched
Financial Controlunmatched
Financial Managementunmatched
Financial Projectionsunmatched
Financial Reportingunmatched
Financial Riskunmatched
Financial Supportunmatched
Forecastingunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Professional Servicesunmatched
Profit & Lossunmatched
Project Controlunmatched
Project Evaluationunmatched
Project Trackingunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Purchase Ordersunmatched
Reconciliationunmatched
Reporting Skillsunmatched
Revenue Recognitionunmatched
Risk Analysisunmatched
Support Documentationunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Variance Analysisunmatched
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