Aston Carter is actively looking to hire a Project Cost Accountant based in Valparaiso, IN. This position offers competitive pay with a top company in the area!

Job Description

Cost Analysis & Forecasting

Enhance proficiency in cost analysis and integrated cost‑and‑schedule forecasting using quantitative risk management tools such as Expected Monetary Value (EMV) and sensitivity analysis.Develop and maintain integrated project baselines (qualitative and quantitative) to measure performance and support corrective, preventive, and predictive actions.Apply cost‑of‑quality principles to strengthen cost management practices.Maintain and manage the project Estimate at Completion (EAC) and recommend improvements to stakeholders.Provide continuous lifecycle cost estimating and forecasting with a focus on accuracy and predictability.

Risk & Quality Management

Apply objective, integrated risk management techniques to optimize project risk responses.Utilize risk and quality management tools to support project performance and decision‑making.Identify cost and schedule variances and recommend corrective, preventive, and predictive actions.

Contract & Commercial Management

Lead contract commercial management activities, including payment facilitation, performance assessments, and financial forecasting.Conduct contract reviews to ensure compliance with payment requirements and supporting documentation.Process labor timesheets, invoices, accruals, and contract submittals; ensure accurate coding to WBS, cost systems, and expense categories.

Project Controls & Integration

Apply core project controls expertise across cost, schedule, scope, and risk.Review and support the use of project management guidelines, standards, processes, job aids, and tools.Integrate project management subsidiary systems to improve overall project performance.Tailor cost management processes, tools, and techniques to advance cost performance and project predictability.Support project teams and leadership by retrieving, analyzing, and reporting cost management information.

Reporting & Communication

Produce standard and advanced cost reports for project stakeholders, including ad‑hoc reporting as needed.Use schedule analysis techniques to improve cost and schedule performance.Communicate cost insights clearly and effectively to support value‑based decision‑making.Collaborate with Project Managers, Major Project Managers, Directors, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency.

Compliance & Standards

Manage cost activities in alignment with industry standards, organizational project management guidelines, and best practices.Ensure consistent application of integrated project management principles across scope, cost, and schedule.

Skills & Qualifications:

Strong integrated knowledge of project scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality management.Ability to apply project management guidelines, standards, processes, and job aids effectively.Proficiency in risk and quality management tools and techniques.Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate, influence, and guide stakeholders through situational leadership.Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), including conflict resolution, teamwork, and stakeholder engagement.Demonstrated ability to support value‑based decision‑making and drive continuous improvement.Ability to develop and review project estimates and build project budgets.

If interested please apply below!

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Valparaiso, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.89 - $47.89/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Valparaiso,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 29, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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