Cost Analyst Budget Analyst

Job Title: Cost Analyst
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM
Location: New Albany, OH No relocation candidates considered
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Sponsorship: Not C2C eligible. This role is open to US Citizens or GC Holders
Compensation: $39hr

We're seeking two Project Cost Analysts to join our EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) team. Candidates must demonstrate a well-rounded background in budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and basic accounting. The ideal candidates will be strong communicators with a collaborative mindset and the ability to handle multiple priorities. Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers by tracking and analyzing budgets and forecasts across multiple EPC projects
• Input and manage project budgets in AEPs corporate systems
• Perform variance analyses, cash flow tracking, and forecast updates
• Create work orders and coordinate with contractors/vendors to ensure budget alignment
• Assist in Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) reporting, KPI tracking, and long-term financial planning
• Coordinate and attend project meetings; update project documentation
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on cost-related deliverables
• Contribute to work order creation, in-servicing, and close-out processes
• Potential involvement in bidding activities and vendor contracting
• Ensure compliance with AEP project governance and cost control standards

Requirements
Education & Experience:

• Associate degree + 1-3 years of qualified experience OR Bachelors with 1 year experience
• Qualified fields: Business, Construction Management, Project Management

Skills & Tools:

• Strong Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook skills
• Knowledge of cost analysis , project forecasting , budgeting , and accounting principles
• Exposure to utility operations and project systems is preferred
• Experience with Earned Value Management or project scheduling systems is a plus