Infrastructure & Capital Projects, Senior Project Cost Anlayst - Transmission and Distribution, ANS

Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects, LLC•Alexandria, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

At Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects, you will help develop and deliver the factories, grids, transit systems, and public infrastructure that keep communities moving. You will work alongside people who think big and act bold, transforming how capital projects are planned, managed, and executed. This role is focused on building what's next and outperforming industry norms. Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects is a growing organization. Depending on the role and location, applications may be directed through different legal entities of Accenture, with benefits varying by country and role. Please check with your recruiter for details.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a technical or business-related field or six (6) years of equivalent related work experience, in addition to the minimum experience requirement, may be substituted for a degree
Minimum 6 years of professional experience in project cost analysis, project controls, or capital project financial management supporting utility or large infrastructure capital projects
Strong understanding of project budgeting, forecasting, cost reporting, change management, and estimate-at-completion methodologies
Experience interpreting project financial information and communicating cost performance to project leadership
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Nice To Haves

Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
Experience supporting electric transmission and distribution capital programs with an EPC firm
Experience with SAP, Maximo, Power BI, Primavera P6, Cognos, or similar enterprise project controls systems
Understanding of earned value management principles and integrated cost and schedule reporting
Familiarity with utility capital governance processes and financial controls
Professional certifications such as AACE Certified Cost Professional (CCP), AACE Certified Cost Technician (CCT), or other relevant project controls certifications are preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and estimate-at-completion projections throughout the project lifecycle.
Monitor project expenditures and analyze budget performance against approved funding.
Prepare routine cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and executive project financial summaries.
Support project managers with cost forecasting, contingency management, and financial decision-making.
Evaluate project trends, change orders, and potential cost impacts to identify risks and opportunities.
Assist in the preparation and review of project authorization packages, budget revisions, and funding requests.
Support project controls activities by integrating cost and schedule information to improve forecasting accuracy.
Maintain project cost documentation and ensure compliance with client financial controls and governance requirements.
Participate in project meetings and communicate cost performance, financial risks, and recommended corrective actions.
Promote continuous improvement of cost management processes, reporting, and project controls practices.