Position Title: Cost Control II
Job Number: LADPW-007
Location: Los Angeles County Public Works - Rebuild Authority, Los Angeles, CA. Candidates must be willing and able to commute to the assigned worksite and make project site visits as necessary.
Position Description:Public Works, Rebuild Authority, is seeking one (1) experienced Cost Control II to provide project cost accounting and to help design, implement, and administer a rebate program supporting the rebuild effort.
Candidates are required to have at least 5 years of experience in governmental or public-sector cost accounting, grant or program financial management, and financial reporting.
RequirementsMinimum Requirements: Candidates are required to possess the following:
- Minimum 10 years of cost accounting or public program financial management experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field
- Ability to track and reconcile project costs, budgets, encumbrances, and expenditures across multiple projects and funding sources
- Ability to establish cost codes, job cost structures, and procedures for consistent cost capture, in compliance with LA County Public Works accounting methods and procedures
- Experience developing and implementing a rebate, reimbursement, grant, or incentive program, including eligibility criteria, application and verification workflows, and payment tracking
- Ability to design internal controls that prevent duplicate or ineligible payments and keep the program audit-ready
- Ability to prepare clear financial reports, dashboards, and briefing materials for management and oversight bodies
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with governmental financial systems
- Ability to handle applicant and financial information confidentially and in accordance with privacy requirements
- Effective oral and written communication skills, including explaining program rules to the public and internal staff
- Ability to coordinate with project managers, finance staff, auditors, and partner agencies
Preferred Qualifications:- Knowledge of federal and state reimbursement requirements (e.g., FEMA Public Assistance, Cal OES, 2 CFR 200) and related documentation standards
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
- Experience with disaster recovery or post-disaster financial programs
BenefitsOffered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. The salary range for this position is $148,000-$158,000.
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
401k Matching
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term / Long Term Disability / Life
