EPMA

Project Cost Controls Analyst

EPMA  •  Houston, TX (Hybrid)  •  21 days ago
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Job Description

EPMA is supporting a leading enterprise client in the IT space hiring a Project Cost Controls Analyst to drive financial oversight across technology project portfolios. This role plays a critical part in ensuring IT initiatives are delivered within budget, accurately forecasted, and aligned with financial governance standards. Title: Project Cost Controls Analyst  Location: Houston, TX (5 days onsite)Duration: Long Term ContractIndustry: Oil & GasW2 Only Responsibilities:
  • Develop and manage cost plans across IT projects (labor, SaaS, cloud, vendors)
  • Track actuals vs budget and maintain accurate forecasts (EAC)
  • Perform variance analysis with clear root-cause insights
  • Partner with IT Project Managers, PMO, and Finance teams
  • Validate vendor costs (SOWs, POs, invoices) and support procurement activities
  • Ensure compliance with financial controls and support audits
 Experience Required:
  • 3–6 years of project cost control / financial analysis experience
  • Direct experience supporting IT projects (NOT construction or non-IT)
  • Strong budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis (EAC) experience
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, financial modeling)
  • Understanding of IT cost structures (labor, SaaS, cloud, infrastructure)
 Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with SAP or IBM Cognos TM1
  • Exposure to IT PMO or IT Finance environments
  • Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery models
  • Experience with IT procurement and vendor cost tracking
  • Understanding of IT portfolio or demand management
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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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