Cost Controller

Adjutant Solutions Group • Indianapolis, IN

12d

About The Position

As a Cost Controller, you will utilize your financial expertise to support project teams in evaluating project costs, maintaining budget accuracy, and providing financial insight into current and future project performance. You will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, financial reporting, and cash flow management while partnering with project stakeholders and vendors to ensure financial objectives are achieved. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently while collaborating across multiple functions to support project success. Experience with financial analysis, reporting, AR/AP processes, ERP systems (Odoo preferred), and advanced Excel skills is highly desirable.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 2–5 years of accounting, finance, financial analysis, or financial reporting experience.
• Hands-on experience with AR/AP processes.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems; Odoo experience preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting and finance principles, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes.
• Knowledge of cost control, variance analysis, and financial performance monitoring.
• Knowledge of cash flow management and general financial controls.
• Knowledge of ERP/accounting systems, with Odoo experience preferred.
• Strong financial analysis and reporting skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, and data analysis.
• Skilled in budget tracking, forecasting, and cost management.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to analyze financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Ability to identify cost variances and support corrective actions.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with project teams, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems, processes, and business requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Odoo experience preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
• Support project cost tracking and variance analysis.
• Manage and reconcile Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) transactions.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and financial planning.
• Monitor project costs and identify potential risks or budget concerns.
• Support vendor invoicing, payment processing, and issue resolution.
• Maintain accurate financial records and reporting documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level