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Robert Half · 2 days ago

Project Cost Controller

Akron, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$55/hr - $60/hr

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. They are seeking a skilled Project Controller to oversee financial aspects of manufacturing projects, ensuring accuracy in cost analysis, forecasting, and revenue recognition.

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Responsibilities

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients to facilitate project success

Set up project structures and establish organizational frameworks

Conduct weekly reviews and analyses of project costs to ensure alignment with budgets

Manage customer billing processes, monitor payment statuses, and support cash collection efforts

Update vendor accruals and address accounts payable holds as needed

Ensure accurate revenue recognition in project financials, adhering to company policies

Create monthly revenue forecasts and cash flow projections to support financial planning

Collaborate with project teams to prepare quarterly forecasts and input data into forecasting systems

Track project performance metrics, including revenue, profit, billing, and cash receipts, while identifying variances

Develop and deliver periodic reports, including Project Status Reports and ad hoc analyses, to meet contract requirements

Qualification

Budget managementFinancial forecastingProject accountingMicrosoft ExcelRevenue recognitionStakeholder managementChange managementCommunication

Required

Proven experience in budget management and financial processes within manufacturing or similar industries

Proficiency in analyzing cash flow and managing project accounting

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting

Strong communication abilities to explain financial variances and collaborate with project teams

Knowledge of revenue recognition principles and financial forecasting

Ability to work with multiple stakeholders and manage deadlines effectively

Familiarity with change management programs and risk registers

Willingness to attend site visits and participate in project close-out activities

Benefits

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance

401(k) plan

Company

Robert Half

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