Project Cost Control Manager

We are looking for a Project Cost Control Manager who will oversee project accounting, CAPEX monitoring, financial controls, and cost management for infrastructure and capital-intensive projects. The role is responsible for ensuring accurate project financial reporting, budget utilization, compliance with internal controls, and timely processing of project-related expenditures.

The ideal candidate is a CPA with strong exposure to project accounting, controllership, or audit engagements involving infrastructure, utilities, manufacturing, construction, or real estate industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end project accounting and financial monitoring for CAPEX and operational projects.
• Track project budgets, commitments, actual costs, and forecasted expenditures to ensure alignment with approved funding.
• Review and monitor CAPEX utilization, project cost allocations, and capitalization processes.
• Prepare and analyze project financial reports, variance analysis, and management reports for stakeholders.
• Ensure proper recording and reconciliation of project-related transactions in compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Coordinate with project managers, procurement, engineering, and operations teams regarding project financial status and cost monitoring.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to projects and fixed assets.
• Review and validate project billings, contractor claims, invoices, and supporting documentation.
• Assist in strengthening internal controls, governance processes, and financial compliance across project operations.
• Support internal and external audit requirements by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and audit-ready documentation.
• Monitor project cash flow requirements and support payable processing for project-related expenditures.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and enhanced financial visibility across projects.

Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required.
• At least 3–5 years of relevant experience in project accounting, project controllership, CAPEX management, audit, or financial controls.
• Experience handling infrastructure, utilities, manufacturing, construction, engineering, or real estate-related projects is highly preferred.
• Candidates from audit firms are welcome, preferably with exposure to clients in capital-intensive industries.
• Strong understanding of project costing, fixed assets accounting, budget monitoring, and financial reporting.
• Experience in accounts payable or project-related payable processing is an advantage.
• Knowledge of internal controls, governance, and audit processes.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced and cross-functional environment.