EPMA

Cost Analyst - IT Projects - On-Site Downtown Houston

EPMA  •  Houston, TX (Onsite)  •  24 days ago
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Job Description

Key Responsibilities
Build and maintain detailed project cost plans including labor, software, hardware, cloud, and vendor costs
Track actuals against budget and forecast and monitor burn rates
Prepare Estimate at Completion (EAC) and portfolio-level forecasts
Perform variance analysis with clear root-cause insights
Evaluate financial impact of scope changes and re-baselines
Partner with Project Managers and Scrum Masters to align financials with delivery plans
Review and validate vendor invoices, statements of work, and purchase orders
Track vendor spend and ensure alignment with contract terms
Support IT procurement including SaaS, cloud, and consulting
Ensure compliance with financial controls and governance
Support audits and maintain financial traceability
Assist with project closeout and cost reconciliation  Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
3 to 6 years experience in project cost controls, financial analysis, or IT project environments
Strong Excel skills including pivot tables, financial modeling, and advanced formulas
Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail
Excellent communication skills
Understanding of IT cost drivers including labor, software and SaaS licensing, and cloud and infrastructure costsPreferred
Experience with SAP and IBM Cognos TM1
Exposure to IT portfolio or demand management
Background in PMO or IT Finance environments
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About EPMA

Unleash your potential with EPMA, a global leader redefining the future of business solutions through innovative technology, strategic advisory, and unparalleled project management expertise. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, EPMA has earned recognition from Inc. Magazine four times as one of America's Fastest Growing Companies (2015, 2023, 2024, 2025).

EPMA uniquely blends transformational consulting, advanced workforce solutions, and pioneering AI-driven technologies to help organizations not just manage change, but harness it for exponential growth. Our proprietary Enterprise Project Office (EPO®) model sets a groundbreaking industry standard, driving deeper strategic alignment, enhanced agility, and greater competitive advantage.

At EPMA, we believe technology is more than a tool—it's a strategic partner in achieving unprecedented results. Our relentless focus on innovation, combined with our deep commitment to ethical and human-centric values, empowers both our employees and our clients to reach their fullest potential. Year after year, EPMA's exceptional culture is recognized among 'Top 100 Companies in Texas to Work For,' 'Houston’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For,' and 'National Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.'

At EPMA, your success is our mission. Are you ready to achieve real results and shape the future together?"

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
Year Founded
2010
Website
epmainc.com
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