Job Title Cost Analyst Location Pickering, ON CA (Primary) Category Engineering, Project Controls Job Type Full-time THE WORK: "You've Never Been Satisfied with \"Good Enough.\"" You want to make an impact, not just manage projects, but change how the world gets built. At Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects, you'll do exactly that. You'll help develop and deliver the factories, grids, transit systems, and public infrastructure that keep communities moving - and do it smarter, safer, and more sustainably than ever before. You'll work alongside people who think big and act bold - project managers, engineers, technologists, and strategists who blend real-world experience with digital innovation and AI. Together, we're transforming how capital projects are planned, managed, and executed, creating a better way to build for the future. Because "good enough" builds the past. You're here to build what's next, on a team that outperforms every norm. Visit us here to learn more about Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects (Internal Title: Cost Analyst) - Support the development and management of project budgets and cost estimates - Work closely with project teams to ensure that budgets are aligned with project goals, timelines are realistic, and cost estimates are accurate - Track project costs, identify potential cost overruns or issues, and proactively communicate with project stakeholders to mitigate risks - Prepare financial reports and presentations, as needed, as well as in the coordination of financial meetings and documentation - Contribute to the creation of cashflows and "Estimated Final Costs" for large capital projects - Participate in the various phases of the contracts including the development of terms and conditions, negotiations of contracts, and warranty administration - Report on the progress and status of contracts - Ensure schedules for acquisition projects are prepared, monitored, and maintained - Provide project control support for all aspects of the capital budget preparation - Monitor cost analysis, controls, and reconciliation for the assigned projects - Collaborate on reviewing contractual reliabilities and design and maintain project control databases, spreadsheets, and other control systems to support these functions - Prepare board reports and supporting documentation for project approvals and contract awards - Develop monthly accruals related to project contracts - Track and provide analysis for Earned Value as required - Support procedural updates and corporate initiatives related to costing - Complete any tasks assigned by the Intermediate Cost Analyst or higher in an efficient and timely manner Working Conditions - Office-based HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED: - Minimum of 3 years of related experience - Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline - Licenses OR Certifications: - Registered for and seeking AACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP, or PMI equivalent - Has completed equivalent training or successfully passed designated proficiency testing in lieu of the above BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE: - Knowledge of Contract Administration principles, methods, procedures, and practices, as well as project management methods and practices - In-depth understanding of business administration concepts with emphasis on scheduling principles combined with a good knowledge of budget and cost control concepts - Proficiency in MRP systems including MAXIMO, EcoSys, and WorkDay is considered an asset - Independently tailor technical information for different audiences through presentations, reports, and other means - Must foster positive relationships with various stakeholders - Tact to perceive and ameliorate conflict and tension - Ability to arrange priorities and escalate competing risks to meet deadlines with minimum input from leadership - Keen eye for detail and adept problem-solving abilities - Must have demonstrated experience relaying and receiving information (written and verbal) - Excellent reading and language comprehension - Ability to detect and capitalize on others' strengths - Expert ability to work collaboratively and independently in a structured, disciplined, technology-driven environment Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation, based on full-time employment, for roles that may be hired as set forth below. The recruiting efforts for this position are intended to fill a brand new position. The base pay range shown below is intended as a guideline to reflect the majority of offers for this role. It does not represent a maximum limit - in some cases, actual compensation may exceed the range where appropriate. Role Location Annual Salary Range Ontario $70,000 to $100,000