Basic understanding of cost tracking, budgeting and reporting principles.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize and review data accurately.
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with project teams, finance and support departments.
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
Ability to learn project controls processes, reporting methods and utility construction workflows.
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and ability to learn how to work in a D365 environment, Power BI and related software systems.
Basic problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently on routine assignments while seeking guidance on more complex issues.
General understanding of accounting principles preferred.
Exposure to project man
Additional Information
Are you ready to join an organization where we focus on People First, have fun at work and make a difference in what we do?
Dairyland is proud of our People First culture centered around appreciation, celebrating wins and collaboration. We've worked hard to ensure alignment between our culture and our processes and systems, learning and development and rewards and recognition programs.
As a team, we work together to leverage the team's diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences to deliver nothing less than the best. We are collaborative, transparent and committed to our People and their work experience, growth and professional development.
Hiring Salary Range
Level I: $61,100 - $91,700
Level II: $77,400 - $116,100
Compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications. The actual offer may vary, reflecting the candidate's unique blend of experience, educational background, and skill level.
The Cost Analyst I supports the collection, organization and basic analysis of project-related financial data used to develop performance and status reports for project management. This role assists with maintaining project controls information, preparing routine reports and supporting project teams with budget, forecast and documentation tracking activities. This position will work under the guidance of more experienced team members to build knowledge of project controls, utility construction cost tracking and reporting.
The Cost Analyst II position performs the collection, organization and analysis of project financial data necessary to construct performance and status reports used by project management. Cost Analyst II utilizes data collected to create performance and project status reports and supports project management team members by working collaboratively to analyze reports and to provide recommendations to address gaps identified.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
Collects and organizes project data to support the development of project status and performance reports.
Assists with preparing routine project performance, budget and status reports using established tools and templates.
Supports project management by helping review report data, identify variances and escalate questions or issues to senior team members.
Assists with monitoring contract, procurement and project documentation to help track obligations, deliverables and compliance touchpoints for contracted service providers.
Interacts with members of the Finance, Supply Chain and other departments as necessary to troubleshoot and solve issues related to project costs and vendor contract compliance.
Supports the development and maintenance of resource demand plans, cost projections and cash flow forecasts.
Assists project management with collecting and organizing documentation related to budget changes, impacts and change orders to support tracking against baseline budget and schedule.
Helps monitor changes to project budgets and schedules and supports analysis of cost and performance trends.
Develops working knowledge of technology and software platforms used for project financial transactions, scheduling, resource planning, risk assessment and project performance analysis.
Supports project teams with maintaining budget information, forecasts and in-service milestone tracking through project completion.
Participates in training and professional development to build project controls, reporting and utility project knowledge.
Follows governance, process descriptions, guidelines and procedures and shares improvement suggestions with leadership.
Other duties as assigned.