Project Controls Analyst

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Project Controls Analyst to join our team to support project work for a large utility company. This role will be focused on financial responsibilities of controls, not scheduling.

This position requires strong expertise in cost management, financial principles, and accounting practices. The analyst will support project teams in maintaining accurate budgets, forecasts, and cost tracking.

Responsibilities include:

• Budget & Forecasting:
  Assist in developing and monitoring annual budgets, forecasts, and long‑range plans for multiple projects and programs.
• Cost Tracking:
  Utilize systems to track actual costs, manage project authorizations, and monitor financial performance.
• Reporting & Analysis:
  Prepare comprehensive reports on reauthorization risk, forecast accuracy, CIAC analysis, contingency usage, and other financial metrics.
• Project Support:
  Collaborate with Project Managers, Directors, and contractors to resolve budget and authorization issues early and ensure compliance with project metrics.
• Process Management:
  Support monthly project status calls, track in‑service dates, and manage project aging indicators.
• Compliance & Documentation:
  Maintain accurate records for project authorizations, financial plan updates, and related documentation.
• Contract Payment Authorizations (CPA):
  Process CPAs for project portfolio prior to month end.

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• 3–5 years of experience in project controls, cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, accrual accounting, and cost control methodologies.
• Ability to work with debits/credits and general ledger concepts.
• Proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables) and SAP.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Experience in construction or engineering projects.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience with utility companies.