WSP in the U.S. · 7 hours ago
Cost Controller
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
7+ years expWSP is a leading engineering and professional services firm in the U.S., currently seeking a Cost Controller for their Duluth, MN office. The role involves supporting cost control, budgeting, and change management activities while collaborating with various teams to ensure financial accuracy and project success.
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Responsibilities
Support the Cost Control Manager in the day-to-day administration of cost control, budgeting, and change management activities
Assist in the development and maintenance of project and program budget forecasts, cash flows, and expenditure tracking
Monitor contractor and consultant costs against approved budgets and flag variances or issues for review and resolution
Track and log cost-related project changes, assist with analysis, and provide input for recommendations to the Cost Control Manager and Program Manager
Prepare and update cost estimates, financial forecasts, and funding requests under the direction of senior project controls staff
Maintain financial models and tracking tools to monitor cost allocations across project elements
Assist with the preparation and submission of acquisition and reimbursement packages in coordination with the finance team
Generate regular cost reports, summaries, and dashboards for review by the Cost Control Manager and Program Management Office (PMO)
Support the use and administration of the Cost Management System (e.g., Autodesk), including data entry, updates, and report generation
Contribute to change management documentation by logging and tracking potential changes and approved change orders
Coordinate with internal teams such as Finance, Budget, and Procurement to support reconciliation and audit readiness
Assist in the review and processing of contractor/vendor invoices and track payment status to ensure alignment with contractual and financial requirements
Provide supporting documentation and analysis for project accounting functions, including cost accruals and cost-to-complete evaluations
Assist in the preparation of memos, presentations, and client deliverables, including basic charts, tables, and financial summaries
Qualification
Required
BA/BS Business, Finance, or Accounting
7+ years' experience in Financial Controls, Finance, or Accounting including experience leading a team of professionals
Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
Confident self-starter with the ability to operate in a dynamic environment
Attention to detail and organization while working in a fast-paced environment
Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and produce project deliverables
Ability to build and sustain relationships with team members, contractors, and clients
Skilled at building and sustaining relationships with all stakeholders
Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to prioritize workload and deliverables
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPoint, Adobe Design and Publisher
Preferred
Project Management experience, PMP preferred
Power or Construction industry experience preferred
Benefits
Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation (or other personal time)
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
Company
WSP in the U.S.
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President and Chief Executive Officer
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Chief Financial Officer
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