Cost Control Coordinator

Job Description

The Cost Controller is responsible for analyzing and controlling project costs. This role involves monitoring financial data, preparing detailed reports, and providing insights to support strategic decision-making and cost efficiency. Strong logical and critical thinking, the ability to identify key issues, prioritize under tight deadlines, and excellent problem-solving skills are essential to success in this role.

Cost Analysis
• Analyze project costs and expenses to ensure accurate cost allocation.
• Identify cost trends and variances.
• Conduct thorough variance analysis to highlight discrepancies between planned and actual costs.

Budget Management
• Assist in the development and management of project forecasts.
• Monitor budget performance and report on variances.
• Support project managers in forecasting project costs and updating budgets.

Financial Reporting
• Prepare detailed cost structure reports and statements, including variance analyses.
• Support the improvement of existing and development of new cost reporting systems.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date cost structure records.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all financial systems and reports.

Data Management
• Check and organize data arrays.
• Utilize financial software and tools to analyze and report on cost data

Cost Tracking
• Track and record all project expenses and costs.
• Ensure costs are allocated correctly and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor and report on project progress and cost performance.

Compliance and Auditing
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, contracts, and company policies.
• Participate in internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.

Collaboration and Communication
• Collaborate with project managers, finance teams, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate cost tracking and reporting.

Process Improvement
• Identify opportunities for improving cost analysis processes and systems.
• Implement best practices for cost management and control.

Required Skills and Competencies

• BA in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Progression towards CPA is an asset.
• Five years of proven experience as a Cost Analyst, Financial Analyst, or in a similar role.
• Experience in project management or construction industries is a plus.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and MS Office, with advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance.
• Highly developed ability to identify issues, analyze data, and develop solutions.
• Strong self-starter with the ability to prioritize under tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and business needs, with the ability to work in a hectic.
• environment, under tight deadlines, and manage a high workload efficiently.
• High ethical standards and integrity in financial reporting and management.
• Ability to identify the most important issues and prioritize accordingly.

We are committed to creating an accessible and barrier‑free recruitment process and workplace. If you need any accomodation throught the process, please email HR-OLN@acciona.com

This role offers an annual base salary in the anticipated range of $85,000–$120,000 CAD, with compensation determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

In addition to base salary, this role includes a total rewards package that supports employee well-being, development, and long-term growth, subject to company policies and applicable provincial employment standards, including:

Paid vacation and sick leave

Group benefits and EFAP from your start date, with premiums paid by ACCIONA

Health Spending Account

Learning, development, and internal career opportunities

RRSP matching

Performance-based discretionary bonus

Share purchase program

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Canada, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.