Project Controls Specialist

Job Description

Responsibilities:
•    Work with the responsible project manager and senior management to support/develop the appropriate project reporting structure (WBS-Work Breakdown Structure) to ensure that the data is correctly and consistently entered into the Project Controls System.  Training will be provided as our ERP system is tailored to meet our reporting needs. 
•    Project set-up within the accounting and other controlled systems.
•    Ensure that original contracts and client change orders are added to the Project Controls System. 
•    Must have an understanding of T&M verses Firm Fixed Price (FFP) project setups, project accounting and financial tracking related to EAC adjustments.
•    Must understand the difference in a markup verses gross margin.
•    Understanding the equilateral triangle. 
•    Validation of budget versus ETC spent project status analysis for project managers and corporate reporting, including coordination of reviews with project managers to finalize monthly forecasting and reporting.
•    Question any changes in the scope, schedule or budget for possible COs. 
•    Control schedule of values for subcontract, supplier and consultant contracts ensuring that the vendor POs are issued properly and that all invoices are received on the project and invoiced to the end client.
•    Vendor support: Monitor GRNI report and open PO report to ensure timely receiving and working with finance regarding issues in variances. Validate the vendor receipt and invoicing as soon as invoice hits. Inspecting procurement vs budget. 
•    Preparation of biweekly invoicing to clients based on contractual terms and conditions of executed agreements.
•    Identify, analyze and report specific project cost and budget issues.
•    Ensure that the financial filing structure is adhered to.
•    Takes responsibility for self-checking the accuracy of his/her work and that of subordinates, if applicable.
•    Ensure that all projects have project closeout documentation for proper audit compliance.
•    Review AR reports and check to ensure that invoices are being paid in a timely manner. 
•    Fully engaged business partner to the PM.
•    Other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Education:
•    Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Accounting, Finance or a related technical discipline required, with a minimum of 0-5 years of experience.  
•    Relocation is not allocated for this position; Must be Local to Greenville, SC, or be willing to relocate on your own
Experience:
•    Minimum 0-5 years of experience.
•    Possess strong personal computer skills and proficiency in the use of Excel, Word, Adobe, and Outlook. 
•    Excellent communication and multitasking skills required.
•    Ability to work well in teams and independently.
•    Takes initiative, innovative and has a keen attention to detail.
•    Local to Greenville, SC, preferred, not required, but will be responsible for relocation expenses.
•    Training will be provided on ERP System (JD Edwards).