Cost Control Specialist II

O2EPCM, Inc. dba O2 Engineering, Projects & Construction Management•Los Angeles, CA

5h•$149,000 - $155,000•Onsite

About The Position

O2EPCM, Inc. is seeking an experienced Cost Control Specialist II for Public Works, Rebuild Authority. The role provides project cost accounting and helps design, implement, and administer a rebate program supporting the rebuild effort. This is a full-time, onsite position in Los Angeles, California, with a salary range of $149,000–$155,000. Applicants must provide proof of residency in Southern California to be considered. The position is W-2 and long-term, with full benefits; there is no per diem or relocation package. Candidates must have at least five years of experience in governmental or public-sector cost accounting, grant or program financial management, and financial reporting, as well as a minimum of ten years of cost accounting or public program financial management experience. A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field is required. Candidates who advance in the submission process will be asked to provide an updated resume, certifications or licenses, three to four professional references, and a project list with values, dates, and the companies involved.

Requirements

At least five years of experience in governmental or public-sector cost accounting, grant or program financial management, and financial reporting.
Minimum ten years of cost accounting or public program financial management experience.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
Ability to track and reconcile project costs, budgets, encumbrances, and expenditures across multiple projects and funding sources.
Ability to establish cost codes, job cost structures, and cost-capture procedures compliant with LA County Public Works accounting methods and procedures.
Experience developing and implementing a rebate, reimbursement, grant, or incentive program, including eligibility criteria, application and verification workflows, and payment tracking.
Ability to design internal controls that prevent duplicate or ineligible payments and maintain audit readiness.
Ability to prepare clear financial reports, dashboards, and briefing materials.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with governmental financial systems.
Ability to handle applicant and financial information confidentially and in accordance with privacy requirements.
Effective oral and written communication skills, including explaining program rules to the public and internal staff.
Ability to coordinate with project managers, finance staff, auditors, and partner agencies.
Must provide proof of residency in Southern California to be considered.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of federal and state reimbursement requirements, such as FEMA Public Assistance, Cal OES, and 2 CFR 200, and related documentation standards.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM).
Experience with disaster recovery or post-disaster financial programs.

Responsibilities

Provide project cost accounting.
Help design, implement, and administer a rebate program supporting the rebuild effort.
Track and reconcile project costs, budgets, encumbrances, and expenditures across multiple projects and funding sources.
Establish cost codes, job cost structures, and procedures for consistent cost capture in compliance with LA County Public Works accounting methods and procedures.
Develop and implement a rebate, reimbursement, grant, or incentive program, including eligibility criteria, application and verification workflows, and payment tracking.
Design internal controls to prevent duplicate or ineligible payments and keep the program audit-ready.
Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and briefing materials for management and oversight bodies.
Handle applicant and financial information confidentially and in accordance with privacy requirements.
Explain program rules to the public and internal staff.
Coordinate with project managers, finance staff, auditors, and partner agencies.