Cost Control Coordinator

The Stations Architectural Lead will support the Elevated Guideways and Stations Contract (“EGS”) of The Ontario Line ("OL"). The Primary Construction Team for this project consists of ACCIONA Infrastructure Canada Inc. (ACCIONA) and Amico Major Projects Inc. (Amico), as Trillium Guideway Partners (TGP).

The Cost Control Coordinator is responsible for analyzing and controlling project costs. This role involves monitoring financial data, preparing detailed reports, and providing insights to support strategic decision-making and cost efficiency. Strong logical and critical thinking, the ability to identify key issues, prioritize under tight deadlines, and excellent problem-solving skills are essential to success in this role.

Cost Analysis

• Analyze project costs and expenses to ensure accurate cost allocation.
• Identify cost trends and variances.
• Conduct thorough variance analysis to highlight discrepancies between planned and actual costs.

Budget Management

• Assist in the development and management of project forecasts.
• Monitor budget performance and report on variances.
• Support project managers in forecasting project costs and updating budgets.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare detailed cost structure reports and statements, including variance analyses.
• Support the improvement of existing and development of new cost reporting systems.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date cost structure records.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all financial systems and reports.

Data Management

• Check and organize data arrays.
• Utilize financial software and tools to analyze and report on cost data

Cost Tracking

• Track and record all project expenses and costs.
• Ensure costs are allocated correctly and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor and report on project progress and cost performance.

Compliance and Auditing

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, contracts, and company policies.
• Participate in internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with project managers, finance teams, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate cost tracking and reporting.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities for improving cost analysis processes and systems.

• Implement best practices for cost management and control.

• BA in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Progression towards CPA is an asset.

• Five years of proven experience as a Cost Analyst, Financial Analyst, or in a similar role.

• Experience in project management or construction industries is a plus.

• Strong analytical and numerical skills.

• Proficiency in financial software and MS Office, with advanced knowledge of Excel.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance.

• Highly developed ability to identify issues, analyze data, and develop solutions.

• Strong self-starter with the ability to prioritize under tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and business needs, with the ability to work in a hectic.

• environment, under tight deadlines, and manage a high workload efficiently.

• High ethical standards and integrity in financial reporting and management.

• Ability to identify the most important issues and prioritize accordingly.