Program Controls Specialist II - Phoenix, AZ

Program Controls Specialist II - Phoenix, AZ (Finance)

As a Program Controls Specialist II here at Honeywell, you will be responsible for providing advanced program analysis, cost and schedule governance, process improvement, and performance metrics across large, complex programs. This role partners closely with the Project Managers and Operations to establish program plans, develop and maintain cost and schedule baselines, and ensure execution discipline across multiple sites.

The Program Controls Specialist II delivers cost analysis, process improvements, and performance tracking for complex, multi-site programs, partnering with cross-functional teams and supporting global program management and business leaders.

• Prepare, analyze, and interpret detailed cost, schedule, and performance reports for complex programs.
• Lead Estimate at Completion (EAC) management, including cost walks, variance analysis, and forecasting accuracy.
• Ensure strong cost and schedule integration across program baselines and execution updates.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities; perform root cause and impact analysis and recommend corrective actions.

• Lead compliance change management activities, ensuring adherence to SOX, internal controls, and Honeywell governance requirements.
• Support audits and internal reviews by maintaining accurate, timely, and defensible program data.
• Ensure timely and compliant monthly reporting in alignment with corporate and business expectations.

• Recommend and drive improvements to program controls processes, tools, and standard work.
• Support consistent adoption of Honeywell program management methodologies and digital governance tools.
• Identify gaps in execution and propose scalable solutions to improve predictability and performance.

• Proactively and effectively communicate with Project Management teams, Business leadership, Finance, and customers.
• Translate complex financial and program data into clear, actionable insights for decision-makers.
• Support leadership reviews by preparing high-quality summaries and executive-level content.

• Coach and mentor Project Analysts and junior Program Controls resources to develop technical skills, business acumen, and controls discipline.
• Provide functional guidance and best practices to strengthen the overall Program Controls community.
• Lead by influence in a matrixed, cross-functional environment.

• 2 plus years Project Controls (cost management) industry experience
• MS Office and SAP applications (Project Accounting module)
• Finance & cash flow - concepts, processes, planned, actual, forecast
• Hands-on experience with project planning and scheduling tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations.

• Good knowledge of cost estimating, tracking and control
• Good knowledge of contracts and business planning & analysis
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal and relationship building communication skills
  Computer literate and experienced in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team-based environment
• Ability to multi-task; cope with the demands of simultaneous activities.

Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world's most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high-growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe.

Learn more about Honeywell:

Honeywell Building Automation (BA) is a leading global provider of products, software, solutions, and technologies that enable building owners and occupants to ensure their facilities are safe, energy efficient, sustainable, and productive. BA products and services include advanced software applications for building control and optimization; sensors, switches, control systems, and instruments for energy management; access control; video surveillance; fire products; and installation, maintenance, and upgrades of systems.

Revenues in 2022 for BA were $6B and there are approximately 18,000 employees globally.

In addition to a performance-driven salary, cutting-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance;
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