Cost Team Analyst

Job Title

Research Data Analyst II

Under general supervision of the Research Data Supervisor I, the Research Data Analyst II is responsible for developing, maintaining, and reviewing for the California High-Speed Rail Authority, cost management data including budget and cost forecast and providing accurate and timely reporting of cost data. The incumbent is responsible for exporting and mapping cost data from Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal) to Eco Sys, budget tables for Business Oversight Committee (BOC) items, for financial, budget, cost management, and reporting.

The RDA II is responsible for monitoring, evaluating, and reporting the project and the performance of contractors against the budget to the Authority.

The incumbent must have knowledge of accounting principles, governmental budgeting, and state financial systems (like the uniform accounting system and FI$Cal). They must be able to apply these principles, analyze data effectively, and make sound decisions and recommendations regarding departmental budgets. High-level technical skills with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and an aptitude for learning and working with technology are essential.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.